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Public Safety Coordinating Council Executive Council Meeting - September 18, 2026

Hillsborough County Archive View Page — Friday, September 18, 2026
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DateFriday, September 18, 2026
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Good morning, everyone.

2:00

Uh happy Friday.

2:02

Uh today is September 18th.

2:04

Welcome to the Public Safety Coordinating Council Executive Council meeting.

2:08

Uh, before we begin, if you will please stand up and join me in the Pleasure of Allegiance.

2:15

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which stands one nation under God, indivisible with liberty and justice for all.

2:37

Thank you and good morning.

2:43

Miss Susie Lopez, present.

2:45

Chief Judge Sabella.

2:47

Present.

2:49

Miss Lisa McLean.

2:51

Present.

2:52

Judge Peroni?

2:53

Present.

2:54

Sheriff Chad Cronister.

2:56

Colonel Robert Ur for Sheriff Cronster.

2:59

Mr.

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Nick Bates?

3:01

Russia.

3:02

Mr.

3:02

Mark Proctor.

3:05

Mr.

3:05

Victor Christ.

3:07

Bill Barrett for Victor Christ.

3:10

Mr.

3:10

Robert Parkinson?

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Present.

3:13

Chief Brett Owen?

3:15

Present.

3:16

And Miss Donna Cameron Cepeda.

3:18

Present.

3:19

We have quorum.

3:20

Thank you very much.

3:21

It's nice to see a full house this morning.

3:23

Uh believe everyone has been given a copy this morning and via email of the minutes from the Friday, April 17th meeting that we had.

3:34

Um is there a motion, Mr.

3:36

Proctor?

3:39

Second, Mr.

3:40

Bates.

3:41

All in favor.

3:42

Thank you very much.

3:43

Those are the uh minutes from April 17th are approved.

3:46

Uh any old business before the council this morning.

3:52

Any new business, Mr.

3:54

Parkinson.

3:55

Uh, in terms of new business and potential agenda items for our November full council meeting.

4:01

Uh you know my you know my favorite subject.

4:03

I had some suggestions, and we can take them or leave them.

4:07

Thank you.

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Summary of Proceedings

Public Safety Coordinating Council Executive Council Meeting - September 18, 2026

The Public Safety Coordinating Council Executive Council met on Friday, September 18, 2026, at 8:30 AM. The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance and roll call establishing a quorum. The council approved the minutes from the April 17, 2026 meeting. The primary focus was on proposing agenda items for the November 20 full council meeting, including updates on several ongoing initiatives and community concerns.

Consent Calendar

  • Approval of minutes from April 17, 2026. Motion by Mark Proctor, second by Nick Bates, carried unanimously.

Discussion Items

  • New Business and November Agenda Proposals: Robert Parkinson proposed several items for the November 20 full council meeting:
    • Update on the mobile probation unit for the Department of Corrections, targeting delivery in January 2027, with ribbon cutting in January or February.
    • Update on the Comprehensive Community Response (CCR) model for domestic violence, including presentations from Sergeant Tara Schute (Sheriff's Office DV unit), Will Warmkey (State Attorney's Office), and a representative from the Clerk's Office on the new Turbo Court replacement system called "SimplyGov," expected operational in December 2026.
    • Update on the recently certified drug court, which opens new funding opportunities from state and federal sources.
    • Update on the mental health clubhouse psychosocial rehab program run by Axe, which is on track for accreditation in 2027, with director Jennifer Mullen.
  • Teen Takeovers: Donna Cameron Cepeda requested a report on teen takeovers and road blockages. Chief Brett Owen noted no significant events since a prior incident with 20 arrests, and that proactive measures including collaboration with Safe and Sound have been effective. Colonel Robert Ur indicated similar efforts in the county. It was suggested to have Freddie Barton from the juvenile justice circuit advisory board present an update alongside law enforcement reports.
  • Juvenile Justice Center Closure: Mark Proctor asked for an update on the closing of the juvenile justice center. Robert Parkinson indicated ongoing positive discussions with the Department of Juvenile Justice and a scheduled meeting with Secretary Walsh, with possible good news by November.

Key Outcomes

  • The council approved the April 17, 2026 minutes.
  • Agenda items for the November 20, 2026 full council meeting were agreed upon, to include updates on the mobile probation unit, CCR/DV system, drug court certification, mental health clubhouse, teen takeovers (with law enforcement and Safe and Sound), and a possible update on the juvenile justice center.
  • Mr. Parkinson will not attend the November meeting but will send a representative.
  • The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn by Nick Bates, seconded by Chief Owen, carried unanimously.

Meeting Transcript

CFL.gov slash Sunshine Line to learn more and get started today. Sunshine Line. Hillsborough's ride on the bright side. In a world where loyal companions await. One place stands as their beacon of hope. The Pet Resource Center of Hillsborough County, where you can adopt your very own superhero. Adopt the dog. Find your sidekick and unlock the power of unconditional love. Suit up. Show up and adopt today. For more information, visit hcfl.gov slash pets. Good morning, everyone. Uh happy Friday. Uh today is September 18th. Welcome to the Public Safety Coordinating Council Executive Council meeting. Uh, before we begin, if you will please stand up and join me in the Pleasure of Allegiance. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which stands one nation under God, indivisible with liberty and justice for all. Thank you and good morning. Miss Susie Lopez, present. Chief Judge Sabella. Present. Miss Lisa McLean. Present. Judge Peroni? Present. Sheriff Chad Cronister. Colonel Robert Ur for Sheriff Cronster. Mr. Nick Bates? Russia. Mr. Mark Proctor. Mr. Victor Christ. Bill Barrett for Victor Christ. Mr. Robert Parkinson? Present. Chief Brett Owen? Present. And Miss Donna Cameron Cepeda. Present. We have quorum. Thank you very much. It's nice to see a full house this morning. Uh believe everyone has been given a copy this morning and via email of the minutes from the Friday, April 17th meeting that we had. Um is there a motion, Mr. Proctor? Second, Mr. Bates.

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