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Commendations

The La Mesa Police Department would like to know how well we are serving our community. If you have had exceptional service from one of our officers or employees, we would appreciate your comments via our Commendation Form.

Vacancy Notice

Please view the unscheduled vacancy notice for the CPOB.

Internship Program

The City of La Mesa is currently recruiting La Mesa residents currently enrolled in high school or college and between the ages of 16 and 22 to serve as a temporary, non-voting CPOB member.  View the recruitment flyer. Please carefully review the below information regarding the CPOB Meetings, Overview, and Responsibilities  before applying.

To apply, please review and fill out the application.

Complaint Form

The Community Police Oversight Board has worked with the La Mesa Police Department to develop a new complaint process, handbook and easy to use complaint form to update our complaint process. The purpose of these documents and form is to promote accountability and transparency. The public should feel free to submit a form if they feel a complaint is warranted. Be sure to click “submit” at the bottom of the form when completed. The complaint will be addressed through the La Mesa Police Department, Community Police Oversight Board, and the Independent Police Auditor.

Contact Information

To contact the CPOB, email [email protected].
To contact the Independent Police Auditor, email [email protected] or call 202.773.4459.

Meetings

The CPOB meets the third Wednesday of each month at 4 p.m.

2021 Community Police Oversight Board Meeting Videos

2022 Community Police Oversight Board Meeting Videos

Agendas & Minutes

Agendas are available prior to meetings and minutes are available following approval.
Agendas and Minutes

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