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Fresno City Announces Members Of Police Reform Commission

The City of Fresno announced the 37 members of the new Police Reform Commission Friday. The city council, mayor, and mayor-elect all committed to taking the recommendations seriously. The commission’s roster includes Fresno State NAACP president D’Aungillique Jackson, retired judge Robert Oliver and representatives from non-profits, religious organizations, and law enforcement. Former police officer, council member, and now C ommission Chair Oliver Baines said the group was open to those who asked to participate. “It’s very rare to have the council unanimously support this work along with the administration and the new administration,” said Baines. “It’s a unique time in our history and I intend to take full advantage of it.” None of the commissioners will be compensated, and while the meetings will be closed to the public, they plan to engage the community and get feedback. Council President Miguel Arias said the commission will have 90 days to make recommendations. “Most importantly,
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