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w1 1 FOREWORD <br /> ...,.: FROM THE <br /> DIRECTOR <br /> \• <br /> Distinguished Officials, Esteemed Members of the Public, and Respected Leaders, <br /> It is with profound commitment and a sense of responsibility that I present the 2024 Annual Report of <br /> the Community Police Review Board (CPRB).This report embodies our foundational efforts to <br /> establish a transparent, accountable, and collaborative framework for civilian oversight of the South <br /> Bend Police Department. The imperative drove our Board's inception to fortify public trust and ensure <br /> equitable policing practices, a mission we are steadfast in advancing. <br /> The CPRB achieved several critical milestones in 2024, including establishing an online complaint and <br /> commendation portal, enhanced community outreach initiatives, and onboarding inaugural board <br /> members who bring diverse perspectives and expertise to this vital oversight function. These efforts <br /> signify our unwavering commitment to fostering mutual trust between the community and law <br /> enforcement. <br /> As we continue operationalizing the Board's mandate, we prioritize rigorous training, data-driven <br /> analysis, and meaningful engagement with stakeholders at every level.These pillars form the bedrock <br /> of our approach to addressing systemic challenges, promoting fairness, and enhancing accountability <br /> within law enforcement. <br /> With the groundwork laid, we look forward to 2025 as a year of expanded oversight, robust policy <br /> recommendations, and impactful collaboration with the City of South Bend's leadership and <br /> community members.This report delineates our activities, challenges, and aspirations, setting a clear <br /> trajectory for the transformative work ahead. <br /> With respect and determination, <br /> is ("SC O4 SOUTH 4�d <br /> U t� <br /> Pastor Charles L. King III w ~~ <br /> j <br /> PEACE <br /> Director Community Police Review Board �, _ <br /> City of South Bend <br /> x x <br /> 1865 <br /> CPRB Annual Report Page 2 <br />