Residents Asked To Weigh In On Southampton Town Police

SOUTHAMPTON, NY — The public has been asked to weigh in with their thoughts on the Southampton Town Police department.

According to Southampton Town officials, the Community Law Enforcement Review Committee posted a survey on the Town of Southampton's website asking participants to offer their thoughts and perceptions of town police.

The survey, “Your Opinion Matters” is offered in English and Spanish and will be available until November 23.

"Policing and police policies have become national issues this year. In New York, there has been a call by the governor per Executive Order No. 203, to examine the perceptions about policing and policies implemented by local law enforcement agencies," town officials said.

The Southampton town board appointed the community law enforcement review committee, which is charged with examining community perceptions and making recommendations in response to the governor’s order.

According to Southampton Town Supervisor Jay Schneiderman, the committee is comprised of members including advocacy and civic group representatives, clergy, community members, police professionals, criminal justice experts and local elected officials.

CLERC is asking for community input through the survey as it develops a draft plan for the Town board, but this will not be the only opportunity for the public to express their views, town official ssaid.

The final plan must be submitted by April 1.