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Police Advisory Board Workshop Meeting

Thursday, February 19, 2026, Dover Police Department

What happened

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The Dover Police Advisory Board held a workshop meeting on February 19, 2026. The board voted to accept the membership application of Dominique Dixon, pending recommendation by Mayor Robin Christiansen. The board also discussed the feasibility and costs of livestreaming future meetings and received updates from Chief Thomas A. Johnson regarding the use of artificial intelligence and surveillance technologies in law enforcement, including Flock license plate readers and weapon detection systems. In addition, student youth representatives presented a report on substance use trends and school disciplinary practices at Dover High School.

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Votes

2 routine votes, all passed

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  • Motion to accept the Agenda.

    Passed.

  • Motion to accept the application of Ms. Dominique Dixon for membership on the Police Advisory Board pending recommendation by Mayor Robin Christiansen.

    Passed.

Agenda

Show 10 agenda items

  • 1. Public Comment Period

    Public comment from Chris Asay representing the League of Women Voters regarding board membership levels, website updates, and creating an annual report.

  • 10. Adjournment

    Adjournment of the Police Advisory Board workshop meeting.

  • 2. Adoption of Agenda

    Approval of the workshop agenda.

  • 3. Citizen Complaints

    Review of citizen complaints filed against the police department.

  • 4. Membership - Dominique Dixon

    Discussion and vote on the application of Dominique Dixon for Police Advisory Board membership pending mayoral recommendation.

  • 5. Meeting Livestream Discussion

    Workshop discussion on technical feasibility, costs ($1,640–$3,000+), staffing, and community demand for livestreaming future meetings.

  • 6. Artificial Intelligence in Policing Discussion

    Discussion on AI usage as an investigative aid, including Flock license plate readers, data privacy, and weapon detection camera technology.

  • 7. Youth Committee Report

    Presentation by student representatives on Dover High School disciplinary policies, vape and substance use data, and restorative recommendations.

  • 8. Community Meeting Updates

    Update regarding a planned Dover High School student walkout concerning immigration enforcement.

  • 9. Announcements

    Announcements from DSU Police regarding commencement and basketball championships, and Chief Johnson regarding Dover Police CALEA reaccreditation.

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