Champaign Officials Seeking Public Input: Search for New Police Chief (by August 20)

The following is adapted from this WAND-TV storyt on the search for a new Police Chief for the City of Champaign. Also see this announcement from the City of Champaign.

The public is invited to attend community meetings where they can give their thoughts on the important priorities, professional qualities and leadership the city should look for, which a successful candidate needs to have to best serve community needs.  
Public comment schedule:

• Monday, August 9, 6-8:00 pm, Garden Hills Academy, 2001 Garden Hills Dr., Champaign
• Thursday, August 12, 2-4:00 pm, City Building (Council Chambers), 102 N. Neil St., Champaign
• Thursday, August 12, 6-8:00 pm, Barkstall Elementary School, 2201 Hallbeck Dr., Champaign
• Saturday, August 14, 10 am-noon, Douglass Branch Library, 504 E. Grove St., Champaign
• Saturday, August 14, 2-4:00 pm, Bethel AME Church, 401 E. Park St., Champaign

Members of the public who can't attend a community meeting but want to give their feedback can complete a survey here: https://champaignil.gov/2021-chief-of-police-recruitment/ The link includes the list of public comment sessions along with proposed recruitment timelines and job description. 

Responses must be received by August 20.