An open letter to the Salina Commissioners 10/12/20:
This letter is in response to the Salina City Commission Notice of the public forum and listening session regarding the proposed “Citizen Review Board” proposed by the SUNFLOWER COALITION that has the BLM, Black Lives Matter FIST on its opening face book page. They want their policy proposal accepted quickly. All this causes me great concern.
After watching many examples of BLM on television of their lawlessness, violence, massive property damage, looting, and injury to innocent citizens, business owners, and police, I am alarmed!
I love this peaceful city. I never want to see several bus loads of BLM terrorists unloaded in Salina. They could attempt to destroy our rebuilt downtown and more. When the Police try to stop their lawless activity and their resisting arrest, (as we see across the nation) there would be violence against our Police. The Police could be accused of excessive force in protecting themselves, our lives, and our property.
To me it is an outrage to even consider the unidentified members of the Sunflower Coalition, which supports the BLM to have any part in promoting a Citizen Review Board to evaluate our Police and law enforcement activities
In the past military surplus equipment was not necessary. Now, with Terrorists, Criminals, and so -called peaceful protestors destroying our cities, Law Enforcement could better protect us with the military equipment supplied by the 1033 program. Why waste tax- payer money on buying expensive similar civilian equipment?
The Sunflower Coalition Policy Proposal, July 15, 2020 would give to much power and authority to the Citizen Review Board. The Salina Commission and the Chief of Police and his staff can evaluate their proposal and take from it some items if necessary. I believe the Salina Commissioners Should REJECT the Sunflower Coalition Proposal.
Milo Wilcox,
Salina