Appoint Adam Gregg, DaVante Minnieweather, Kyle Robinson and Jorge Sanchez Bautista to the Portland Committee on Community-Engaged Policing

As Mayor and Police Commissioner, I request Council confirmation of the following appointments to the Portland Committee on Community-Engaged Policing (PCCEP): Appointment Term Start Date Unfinished Term Expires Replaces Adam Gregg May 29, 2024 August 31, 2024 Derek Thompson DaVante Minnieweather May 29, 2024 August 31, 2025 Robin Wisner Kyle Robinson May 29, 2024 August 31, 2025 Joseph Torres Ortiz Jorge Sanchez Bautista (youth) May 29, 2024 August 31, 2024 Mollay Ramos (youth) On behalf of the City, I thank the following former members for their service to the City as a member of the Portland Committee on Community-Engaged Policing (PCCEP): Former Member First Date of Service Last Date of Service Robin Wisner August 3, 2022 May 28, 2024 Joseph Torres Ortiz May 24, 2023 (as youth member) September 1, 2023 (as at-large) May 28, 2024 Mollay Ramos October 4, 2023 May 28, 2024 The full membership of PCCEP, following this confirmation, will be: Member Date of First Appointment Current Term Ends Nathan Castle June 15, 2022 August 31, 2024 Celeste Carey July 7, 2021 August 31, 2024 Kerry Driver September 27, 2023 August 31, 2024 Adam Gregg May 29, 2024 August 31, 2024 Leslie Martinez September 1, 2022 August 31, 2024 DaVante Minnieweather May 29, 2024 August 31, 2025 Tia Palafox August 27, 2021 August 31, 2025 Kyle Robinson May 29, 2024 August 31, 2025 Ashley Schofield September 1, 2022 August 31, 2024 Kip Silverman September 27, 2023 August 31, 2025 Byron Vaughn August 27, 2021 August 31, 2025 Jorge Sanchez Bautista (youth) May 29, 2024 August 31, 2024 Odelia Zuckerman (youth) September 27, 2023 August 31, 2024 Respectfully submitted, Ted Wheeler Mayor Portland Committee on Community-Engaged Policing Appointments Adam Gregg Bio: Adam was born and raised in Ketchikan, an island in Southeast Alaska. He grew up enjoying the beauty of the outdoors and the awesome power of the ocean. In 2004, he moved to Portland to go to college and immediately fell in love with the city. After graduating, he went on to struggle with a lifestyle that became intertwined with substance abuse issues and mental health concerns. His addiction took over his life and his struggles became increasingly involved with police, jails, and prisons. After getting sober, he became engaged with helping others and the community by tutoring GED students, becoming a wildland firefighter, and working as a paralegal. He became fascinated with the law and its effect on the lives of individuals in the community which led to his desire to become an attorney. After lots of work and anticipation, he was accepted to law school and just finished his first year. Adam lives in downtown Portland and continues to love the city he moved to 20 years ago. Statement of Interest: Adam's intent in becoming a PCCEP member is to bring his personal experience and background to the committee. Living and working downtown, experiences with police, and his legal background give him a unique perspective on policing in Portland. DaVante Minnieweather Bio: DaVante, an Oregon native from Portland, takes pride in being a husband and father of three boys. With a decade of experience assisting underrepresented and socioeconomically disadvantaged groups in Oregon, including the BIPOC community and individuals with disabilities, he currently holds a full-time position at the Oregon Department of Human Services. There, he aids Oregonians in accessing state Medicaid and a host of self-sufficiency programs. Concurrently, he is a dedicated student at Portland Community College, with plans to transfer to Portland State University in 2025 to pursue a dual major in Political Science and Criminal Justice. As a member of both Phi Theta Kappa and The National Society of Leadership and Success honor societies, he is determined to gain admission to law school and pursue a career as an attorney. Statement of Interest: DaVante’s intent in becoming a PCCEP member is to become a voice for marginalized communities with a focus of bridging the divide between those communities and law enforcement. To do so, he plans to utilize his diverse personal and professional background, in tandem with his lived experience as an African American man. Kyle Robinson Bio: Kyle Robinson is a passionate advocate for justice reform and community empowerment. Raised in Nashville and having resided in New York City, Kyle brings a unique perspective shaped by diverse experiences. From a young age, Kyle has been deeply involved in victim's rights advocacy, predominantly serving the unjustly incarcerated. He is driven by a commitment to ensuring justice and support for those affected by crime. Throughout his journey, Kyle has tirelessly worked to amplify silenced voices within the penal system, spearheading initiatives such as the Amplified Silence Project and the Adolescent Redemption Project. In addition to his advocacy work, Kyle has dedicated years to serving the unsheltered population of NYC with Backpacks for the Street, Meals on Wheels, as well as other food and shelter initiatives. Kyle is committed to empowering individuals disenfranchised by the justice system. His volunteer service and professional endeavors reflect his commitment to fostering trust and understanding within communities and advancing toward more cooperative relationships within communities. Kyle's vision for a more equitable and inclusive society extends to his involvement in organizations such as Beyond The Wall Toastmasters(a club dedicated to helping returning citizens improve their capacity to lead and serve). Through his work, Kyle seeks to support the policing process, so as to streamline the system, prioritizing the health, safety, and well-being of all individuals. Statement of Interest: My intent is to advocate for a police system that prioritizes the well-being of all, embracing a psychologically informed approach through the lens of healing. My goal is to foster exemplary policing engagements, rooted in empathy and curiosity, serving as a model of healing for the cities of tomorrow. Jorge Sanchez Bautista Bio: Jorge Sanchez Bautista is a community organizer and a high school student at McDaniel (formerly known as James Madison). He is Mexican-American and Native American, with his family coming from the Mexican states of Jalisco and Yucatan. For the past year, Jorge has done work related to youth involvement, equity, gun violence, climate change, transportation justice, and more. He currently works for Portland Parks and Recreation, working with youths ages 3-15, and at Portland State University under the Department of Community and Civic Impact. Jorge currently sits on other boards such as the New Portlanders Policy Commission and the OPAL Environmental Justice Oregon Board of Directors. He brings to the committee the youth voice, expertise as a BIPOC community organizer, and advocate. Statement of Interest: Jorge’s intent in becoming a PCCEP member is to make sure that the voices of youth are heard and to share what he learns about policing with other youth in the community. Appointment Term Start Date Unfinished Term Expires Replaces Adam Gregg May 29, 2024 August 31, 2024 Derek Thompson DaVante Minnieweather May 29, 2024 August 31, 2025 Robin Wisner Kyle Robinson May 29, 2024 August 31, 2025 Joseph Torres Ortiz Jorge Sanchez Bautista (youth) May 29, 2024 August 31, 2024 Mollay Ramos (youth) On behalf of the City, I thank the following former members for their service to the City as a member of the Portland Committee on Community-Engaged Policing (PCCEP): Former Member First Date of Service Last Date of Service Robin Wisner August 3, 2022 May 28, 2024 Joseph Torres Ortiz May 24, 2023 (as youth member) September 1, 2023 (as at-large) May 28, 2024 Mollay Ramos October 4, 2023 May 28, 2024 The full membership of PCCEP, following this confirmation, will be: Member Date of First Appointment Current Term Ends Nathan Castle June 15, 2022 August 31, 2024 Celeste Carey July 7, 2021 August 31, 2024 Kerry Driver September 27, 2023 August 31, 2024 Adam Gregg May 29, 2024 August 31, 2024 Leslie Martinez September 1, 2022 August 31, 2024 DaVante Minnieweather May 29, 2024 August 31, 2025 Tia Palafox August 27, 2021 August 31, 2025 Kyle Robinson May 29, 2024 August 31, 2025 Ashley Schofield September 1, 2022 August 31, 2024 Kip Silverman September 27, 2023 August 31, 2025 Byron Vaughn August 27, 2021 August 31, 2025 Jorge Sanchez Bautista (youth) May 29, 2024 August 31, 2024 Odelia Zuckerman (youth) September 27, 2023 August 31, 2024 Respectfully submitted, Ted Wheeler Mayor Portland Committee on Community-Engaged Policing Appointments Adam Gregg Bio: Adam was born and raised in Ketchikan, an island in Southeast Alaska. He grew up enjoying the beauty of the outdoors and the awesome power of the ocean. In 2004, he moved to Portland to go to college and immediately fell in love with the city. After graduating, he went on to struggle with a lifestyle that became intertwined with substance abuse issues and mental health concerns. His addiction took over his life and his struggles became increasingly involved with police, jails, and prisons. After getting sober, he became engaged with helping others and the community by tutoring GED students, becoming a wildland firefighter, and working as a paralegal. He became fascinated with the law and its effect on the lives of individuals in the community which led to his desire to become an attorney. After lots of work and anticipation, he was accepted to law school and just finished his first year. Adam lives in downtown Portland and continues to love the city he moved to 20 years ago. Statement of Interest: Adam's intent in becoming a PCCEP member is to bring his personal experience and background to the committee. Living and working downtown, experiences with police, and his legal background give him a unique perspective on policing in Portland. DaVante Minnieweather Bio: DaVante, an Oregon native from Portland, takes pride in being a husband and father of three boys. With a decade of experience assisting underrepresented and socioeconomically disadvantaged groups in Oregon, including the BIPOC community and individuals with disabilities, he currently holds a full-time position at the Oregon Department of Human Services. There, he aids Oregonians in accessing state Medicaid and a host of self-sufficiency programs. Concurrently, he is a dedicated student at Portland Community College, with plans to transfer to Portland State University in 2025 to pursue a dual major in Political Science and Criminal Justice. As a member of both Phi Theta Kappa and The National Society of Leadership and Success honor societies, he is determined to gain admission to law school and pursue a career as an attorney. Statement of Interest: DaVante’s intent in becoming a PCCEP member is to become a voice for marginalized communities with a focus of bridging the divide between those communities and law enforcement. To do so, he plans to utilize his diverse personal and professional background, in tandem with his lived experience as an African American man. Kyle Robinson Bio: Kyle Robinson is a passionate advocate for justice reform and community empowerment. Raised in Nashville and having resided in New York City, Kyle brings a unique perspective shaped by diverse experiences. From a young age, Kyle has been deeply involved in victim's rights advocacy, predominantly serving the unjustly incarcerated. He is driven by a commitment to ensuring justice and support for those affected by crime. Throughout his journey, Kyle has tirelessly worked to amplify silenced voices within the penal system, spearheading initiatives such as the Amplified Silence Project and the Adolescent Redemption Project. In addition to his advocacy work, Kyle has dedicated years to serving the unsheltered population of NYC with Backpacks for the Street, Meals on Wheels, as well as other food and shelter initiatives. Kyle is committed to empowering individuals disenfranchised by the justice system. His volunteer service and professional endeavors reflect his commitment to fostering trust and understanding within communities and advancing toward more cooperative relationships within communities. Kyle's vision for a more equitable and inclusive society extends to his involvement in organizations such as Beyond The Wall Toastmasters(a club dedicated to helping returning citizens improve their capacity to lead and serve). Through his work, Kyle seeks to support the policing process, so as to streamline the system, prioritizing the health, safety, and well-being of all individuals. Statement of Interest: My intent is to advocate for a police system that prioritizes the well-being of all, embracing a psychologically informed approach through the lens of healing. My goal is to foster exemplary policing engagements, rooted in empathy and curiosity, serving as a model of healing for the cities of tomorrow. Jorge Sanchez Bautista Bio: Jorge Sanchez Bautista is a community organizer and a high school student at McDaniel (formerly known as James Madison). He is Mexican-American and Native American, with his family coming from the Mexican states of Jalisco and Yucatan. For the past year, Jorge has done work related to youth involvement, equity, gun violence, climate change, transportation justice, and more. He currently works for Portland Parks and Recreation, working with youths ages 3-15, and at Portland State University under the Department of Community and Civic Impact. Jorge currently sits on other boards such as the New Portlanders Policy Commission and the OPAL Environmental Justice Oregon Board of Directors. He brings to the committee the youth voice, expertise as a BIPOC community organizer, and advocate. Statement of Interest: Jorge’s intent in becoming a PCCEP member is to make sure that the voices of youth are heard and to share what he learns about policing with other youth in the community.