Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson on Thursday announced the members of his Task Force on Safe Communities.
The task force’s purpose is to find ways to combat violent crime in Dallas by recommending community-driven and data-supported solutions to supplement law enforcement efforts.
Mayor Johnson previously announced the formation of the task force on Aug. 19.
The task force’s three co-chairs – Alan Cohen, Rene Martinez and Michael Bowie – assisted in selecting the members of the task force:
- Marc Andres
- Derrick Battie
- Stephanie Elizalde
- Gary Griffith
- Mita Havlick
- Changa Higgins
- Chad Houser
- Amanda Johnson
- Edna Pemberton
- Alex Piquero
- Debbie Solis
- Maria Valenzuela
- Marian Williams
“I am excited about what this diverse and talented group can accomplish, and I am incredibly grateful for their willingness to serve,” Mayor Johnson said. “I am confident they will help make Dallas safer and stronger.”
The task force’s first meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Sept. 9, 2019, at St. Luke Community United Methodist Church, 5710 E. R. L. Thornton Freeway, Dallas, TX 75223. The three co-chairs will announce subsequent meetings at a later date.
The first meeting will be closed to media and the public, but the co-chairs will be available to speak to the media at 6 p.m. outside the church.
