This week, Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman nominated eight residents to serve on the County’s state-mandated Police Accountability Board. The nominations are subject to County Council approval.
“I want to thank the 89 residents who submitted applications to serve on this board. It shows our community’s dedication to justice and integrity,” County Executive Steuart Pittman said. “I am confident those nominated will serve our County faithfully and help us grow trust and engagement between our police officers and the communities they serve and protect.”
According to a County press release:
The County Executive nominated the following eight residents:
Dr. Shawn Ashworth, educator and nonprofit leader
Barney Gomez, retired Special Agent and Vietnam veteran
Kymberly Jackson, attorney and law professor
Sarah Kivett, employee conduct investigator and former law enforcement officer
Dr. Kenneth Moore, pastor, professor, and retired firefighter
Jeannette Ortiz (chair), law and education policy expert
Daniel Watkin, Board-certified Nurse Executive and behavioral health professional
Ann Williams-Kinard, local business owner
The Council will consider the nominations on June 21, 2022.
