Police Commission

Meetings

  • 5:30 p.m.
  • Second Monday of each month
  • City Hall
    59 Court Street
    Westfield, MA 01085

Agendas & Minutes

Agendas are available prior to the meetings
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Members

Member Contact Term Expires Position
Richard A. Sypek Email 02/2024 Chairman
James Irwin Email 02/2025 Commissioner
Peter Velis Email 02/2026 Commissioner

Overview


The Westfield Police Commission is a three member commission appointed by the mayor.  Their appointments are staggered and are subject to review and approval every two years of service.  The commission has responsibility for the charge, management and control of the officers and members of the Westfield Police Department.  Some of the duties include, but are not limited to, the hiring, terminating and promoting of police officers, ruling on grievances, deciding on disciplinary matters, and approval of funding.