Resolution affirming the importance of keeping the independent civilian oversight of the San Francisco Police Commission.

This resolution, introduced by Supervisors Walton, Fielder, and Chen, affirms the importance of maintaining an independent civilian oversight of the San Francisco Police Commission. It expresses opposition to proposals that would significantly alter the current governance structure, such as transferring exclusive authority to appoint and remove the Chief of Police to the Mayor, relocating primary disciplinary authority to the Chief, allowing removal of commissioners by elected officials, and limiting the Commission's role in confirming mayoral appointments.

The resolution cites several critical incidents involving loss of life by law enforcement (Alex Nieto, Amilcar Perez-Lopez, Mario Woods, Luis Gongora Pat) and national events (George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Tyre Nichols) as historical drivers for strengthened police accountability and civilian oversight. It argues that concentrating authority within a single executive office would fundamentally change the current model of shared governance and civilian review. The Board of Supervisors resolves to oppose any proposal that substantially curtails the Police Commission's autonomy or undermines civilian accountability, emphasizing that any reform must involve a transparent public process with expert consultation, stakeholder engagement, and full consideration of implications for community trust and public safety.