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ACTION: Chairman Benavides asked for a report back to the Committee on examples and updates used on social media and the feedback from applicants. He also requested the training police officers receive to deal with cultural competence. On Item Nos. 7 and 8, Homeless Cheelc -In Center: The Public Safety Committee was concerned with funding a pilot program without going through the RFP process and making a policy decision based on the presentation which did not include photos of the pods proposed for storage or the size of the area. ACTION: Sr. Management Assistant Alma Flores to provide more detailed information on the proposed sites and pods for storage. On Item No. 6, Jail Pro Forma: The Committee commended Chief Rojas and the POA for hiring part -time correctional officers as a step in the right direction for lowering the deficit operating costs of the jail. They were also interested in the reduction of ICE detainees, partially due to immigration reform. ACTION: Police Admin. Manager Carroll will continue to update the Committee on the Jail's operating costs and revenues. The Committee engaged in all topic areas, reinforcing and emphasizing their commitment to community safety as a critical goal in the City's Strategic Plan. Committee Member Reyna requested that there be a presentation at the next meeting regarding how the City is moving forward with our federal lobbyists to secure funding through different grants being offered. Item #3 has been moved to the Agenda for the next Public Safety meeting.