The San Francisco Police Commission met on July 8, 2026, beginning at approximately 1:45 PM. The meeting included officer recognition, a chief's report on crime trends and the controversial Pride weekend incidents, public comment overwhelmingly critical of police actions at the Trans March and Stud Alley, discussion and approval of three revised Department General Orders (DGOs), and a presentation of the DPA's 2025 annual statistical report. Commissioners expressed commitment to community engagement and scheduled further discussion of the Pride incidents.
One nation under all individual liberty justice. And there are no minutes that are on the paper. Where are the minute? May I call Rose, sir? Commissioner Lowe? Here. Commissioner Lowe present. Commissioner Scott. Commissioner Scott present. Commissioner Leong? Here. Commissioner Leon present. Commissioner Benedicto? Here. Commissioner Elias is in route. Vice President Techie. Here. Vice President Techie present and Commissioner Clay is present. Also with us tonight, we have Director of DPA, Paul Henderson, as well as Chief of Police, Derek Liu. All right. Thank you, Sergeant. Welcome, ladies and gentlemen. Here we are to the July 8th meeting, Commission meeting. We're going to begin with the first matter of order. Line item one, weekly officer recognition certificate. Presentation of an officer who has gone above and beyond in the performance of their duties. Officer Gerald Bernal, star number 2060 of the San Francisco Airport Bureau. I know some of you have come down to the airport, so I know you guys are coming around, so please come and see us at the airport. Based on his outstanding service to a member of the public at the San Francisco International Airport on May 31st, 2026. On that day, a traveler arriving from an international flight discovered that her, that she had accidentally left the bag containing approximately $400 worth of essential medication at another terminal. Having been awake for more than 31 hours and facing an eminent connection. She was understandably overwhelmed, frustrated, and concerned that the medication will be lost. After contacting the airport police through the courtesy phone, Officer Bernal promptly responded and calmly listened to the traveler concerns. Using the limited information provided, Officer Bernal quickly assessed the situation, determined the likely location of the mission medication, and immediately took action. Despite the time constraint, excuse me, despite the time constraints and the complexity of navigating multiple terminals. Officer Burnell personally responded to the area, located the mission medication, and returned it to the traveler before the departure of her connecting flight. His efforts not only recovered valuable medication but also revealed significant stress, relief, significant stress and anxiety for the traveler and her family. The traveler later submitted a letter of commendation describing Officer Bernal's professionalism, kind, patient, and compassionate. She expressed immense gratitude for his determination and dedication, noting that she had all but given up hope of recovering the medication before Officer Burnell arrived with their recovered property in hand. One interaction at a time. Officer Bernal's action reflects the highest standards of the San Francisco Police Department. His commitment to public service, problem solving, ability, ingenuity concern for the well-being of others, exemplifies the professionalism and compassion we strive to provide to all who visit San Francisco and the San Francisco International Airport. It is my honor to recognize Officer Bernal as this week officer of the week. Officer Bernal, I know earlier you say, you know, this is what we do every single day, and he's right. That's what officers, not only at the airport, San Francisco. We do it every single day. Unfortunately, you know, no reports done, we just go on to our next call and it's assignment. But that's pretty much the benchmark while our officers. And then we talk to them, and it goes, Cat, what are you talking about? That's what we do every single day.