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Commissioner Vega thanked staff, presenters, and members of the public who provided <br />comments, and requested information on SAPD's policies regarding arrests and <br />interactions with individuals experiencing mental health issues, as well as whether a <br />policy exists governing language use during encounters, such as the use of English or <br />Spanish. <br />Deputy Chief Andrade confirmed there is no policy in place to utilizing languages other <br />than English during encounters. <br />Commissioner Mejia thanked presenters, colleagues, and individuals who made a public <br />comment, and inquired regarding community notification of upcoming meetings and <br />whether meetings can be scheduled at more reasonable times to encourage greater <br />attendance. She asked whether a future meeting will provide additional information on <br />reports made during the previous community meeting regarding military equipment under <br />AB 481, <br />Deputy City Manager Sylvia Vazquez confirmed reports from 2022--2023 and 2023-2024 <br />were not presented during the community meeting due to compliance issues, and stated <br />the City of Santa Ana and Police Chief Rodriguez are working to ensure compliance with <br />laws and regulations for future meetings. She clarified the reports currently presented are <br />those available and identifiable at this time. <br />Commission Said thanked presenters and staff, and requested viewing body worn <br />camera footage regarding Noe Rodriguez's case. <br />Assistant City Attorney Jonathan Martinez explained he would need to look into Penal <br />Code 832.7 of confidential peace officer records and whether viewing footage is possible <br />with no violation of codes and a qualifying case <br />Chair Carpenter asked whether the Police Oversight Director can be directed to further <br />investigate incidents such as Noe Rodriguez's case. <br />Independent Oversight Director Morse Jr. confirmed SAPD is investigating. <br />Vice Chair Castillo Laughton suggested independent Oversight Director and SAPD work <br />in conjunction regarding Noe Rodriguez's investigation. <br />Commissioner Mejia requested the Independent Oversight Director have a separate <br />investigation from SAPD. <br />Commissioner Perea thanked everyone for their work on the U-Visa policy over the last <br />few meetings, suggested the Commission review previous City Council discussions <br />regarding the Police Oversight Commission ordinance, and stated he looks forward to the <br />upcoming joint session with the City Council. <br />Chair Carpenter thanked the presenters, staff, and the independent Oversight Director, <br />and emphasized the need for a clearer definition of helpfulness. <br />POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION 6 AUGUST 14, 2025 <br />