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Discussion: Councilmember Bullock noted how racial equity touches all facets of society and added that a balanced view is needed to examine policing, as police are often trusted public servants. He asked that police representatives be present for discussion about the department. John Hill, a Lakewood resident, requested more transparency of what police department policies are. President O'Malley shared comments from Sydney Heckler, a Lakewood resident, who opposes the use of tear gas. Chief Malley noted that the department does not maintain tear gas or possess it for riot control. President O'Malley shared comments from Samir Kulkarnay, a public commenter, who supports police reform. Laura Rodriguez-Carbone, a Lakewood resident, shared her brother's and father's experiences dealing with police stops and violence in years past. She also expressed a desire to better implement a civilian police review board and advance racial equity. Councilmember Rader stated that public trust can be built by being better communicators, and highlighting things that the Lakewood police department is doing to be a leading one in the region. Councilmember Kepple stated the need for better access to public information. Councilmember Bullock asked questions of Ms. Rodriguez-Carbone's family's experiences with police and inquired as to whether they encountered them in Lakewood. Ms. Rodriguez- Carbone stated that they occurred in other communities. Her full public comment is attached. McKenzie Levi — 14811 Hilliard Ave. —Mr. Levi thanked local police for their recent efforts. He stated that he does not support the defund police movement. He also touted his experience in the public safety field. On the motion: A roll call vote was taken as follows: Yeas —Bullock, Kepple, Litten, Neff, O'Malley, Rader, Shachner Nays —None Motion passed. The communication was referred to the Public Safety Committee. 16. Communication from Councilmember Litten regarding racism as a public health crisis. (pg. 24) President O'Malley made a motion, seconded by Vice President Litten to receive and file the communication.