Police Community Advisory Committee

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Vision Statement

The Vision of the Police Community Advisory Committee (PCAC) is to be a positive conduit for discussion of issues impacting the community and assuring that the City of Salinas is where all community members can live peacefully and achieve their social, economic and educational goals.

Mission Statement 

The Mission of the Police Community Advisory Committee is to act as a liaison between the community and the Police Department to improve the quality of life by keeping the City Council and Police Chief informed and by engaging in activities that support and enhance the effectiveness of the Police Department.

The Police Community Advisory Committee meets every 4th Wednesday of every month at 5:00 pm in the City Rotunda. The public is welcome to attend our meetings. 

Duties of PCAC

The duties of the Salinas Police Community Advisory Committee shall be to review police service delivery relevant to community needs, provide input on programs, and advise the City Council and Police Department about community relations strategies. Members appointed by the City Council will report to their respective Council member and also be responsive to procedural and/or community issues as defined by the Chief of Police. Members may bring forward concerns and questions from their communities.

PCAC Members

The  experience and dedication of PCAC Members play an essential role in fostering trust, transparency, and collaboration between law enforcement and the community.

The Police Community Advisory Committee reviews and makes recommendations on Police Department policies, procedures, enforcement, and community relation strategies. The committee also discusses problems and strategies for appropriate enforcement in specific neighborhoods.

 

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