AGENCY TESTIMONY
Conclusion and future collaboration prospects
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Gerber concludes his testimony by emphasizing the potential for compromise and the importance of ongoing dialogue between the NYPD and its critics. He expresses optimism about finalizing a bill that expands disclosure obligations under the POST Act.
- Gerber highlights the productive dialogue with advocacy groups despite fundamental disagreements.
- He expresses pride in the NYPD's efforts to find common ground with critics.
- The Deputy Commissioner suggests this collaborative approach could serve as a model for future discussions on contentious issues.
Michael Gerber
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I believe that, thanks to our work with those advocacy groups and with the council, there is an opportunity to finalize a bill that expands the scope of disclosure obligations under the post act without objection from the department.
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I would add that I am proud of our efforts to work towards a compromise with groups that, to put it mildly, are harsh critics of the department.
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Despite fundamental disagreements on a variety of issues, we have listened to each other and worked to identify common ground.
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I am hopeful that this can be a model for future dialogue.
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Thank you for the opportunity to speak to these issues.
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We look forward to answering any questions that you may have.