Sheriff's Department Oversight Board

07/20/2026

We're back!
Please join us for our rescheduled July meeting on Friday, July 24, 2026 at 2pm at San Francisco City Hall, Room 400.
For more information, visit our website:

We evaluate the work of the Office of Sheriff's Inspector General (OSIG)

06/04/2026

Our June meeting is canceled.
Please join us for our next meeting on July 10, 2026 at SF City Hall, Room 408.

06/01/2026

Our June meeting is CANCELED.
Please join us July 10th in room 408 for our regular monthly meeting.
Visit our website for updates and further information:

We evaluate the work of the Office of Sheriff's Inspector General (OSIG)

04/02/2026

Our April meeting is CANCELED.
Please join us May 1st for our regular monthly meeting.

Visit our website for updates and further information:

We evaluate the work of the Office of Sheriff's Inspector General (OSIG)

03/26/2026

At the March 25, 2026, Southeast Community Facility Commission meeting, a representative from the Sheriff's Department Oversight Board (SDOB) gave a presentation on the board's mission and gathered community input on the ideal qualities for the next Inspector General to lead the Office of Sheriff's Inspector General.

Pictured: Board Member Diane Lozano, SECFC Executive Director Emily Rogers-Pharr, former SDOB Vice President DJ Brookter, Board Member Julie Soo, and Board Member Estela Ortiz.

03/09/2026

Gung Hay Fat Choy! 🧧🐎

We had a fantastic time celebrating the Year of the Horse at the San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade!

A huge thank you to the San Francisco Sheriff's Office for the invitation to march alongside you. It was an honor to see our very own Member Soo, Member Dignan, and Marshall from the DPA representing the Sheriff’s Department Oversight Board (SDOB) in one of the world's most vibrant celebrations.

Strengthening our community ties is what we're all about. Here’s to a year of energy, strength, and progress! ✨

03/09/2026

Did you join us for our March meeting?

Chief Quanico gave a presentation on SFSO's 2025 Annual Report.

Marshall Khine gave a presentation on Q4 and the 2025 Annual report on Sheriff's Office investigations.

Member Soo gave an update on the IG recruitment including the Mayor's directive to put the process on hold given the budgetary constraints.

The Board voted to have Member Ortiz represent the Board at the SE Community Facility Commission meeting in March.

For more information, view the meeting at: https://sanfrancisco.granicus.com/player/clip/51938?view_id=223&redirect=true

03/06/2026

Join the San Francisco Sheriff’s Department Oversight Board for our March meeting today at 2:00 PM in SF City Hall, Room 400.

Our agenda includes the 2025 Annual Reports from the SF Sheriff’s Office and the Department of Police Accountability (DPA), which will also present its Q4 and annual updates on Sheriff's Office investigations.

We will also share an update on the Inspector General recruitment and discuss our invitation to the SE Community Facility Commission’s March meeting.

You can find more information and access the full agenda on our website: sf.gov/sdob

02/05/2026

Join us for our February meeting tomorrow, Friday, February 6, 2026 at 2pm at SF City Hall, Room 400.

Scheduled presentations:
- Ali Riker, Director of Programs at the Sheriff's Office, will give us an updated presentation on current programs in the jails.
- Nicole Armstrong will present the budget for FY26-27 and FY27-28

View our website for more information:

We evaluate the work of the Office of Sheriff's Inspector General (OSIG)

01/12/2026

Did you join us for our first meeting of 2026 on Friday, January 9?

Melinda Benson, Director of Prisoner Legal Services, provided an update on current operations and highlighted recent accomplishments, ongoing initiatives, and the overall impact of the program's work.

Julia Arroyo, Executive Director, and Eva Barrios, Youth Organizer from the Young Women’s Freedom Center presented on the organization’s mission and work, including an overview of key programs, community impact, and opportunities for collaboration

Marshall Khine from the Department of Police Accountability, presented on the proposed launch of a jail tablet survey and sought input on messaging, outreach, incentives, and future use of the platform.

Member Soo gave an update to the Board on the current status of the Inspector General recruitment process.

Member Afuhaamango reflected on her time on the Board including what she has learned in her time as a member of the inaugural board. She then announced her resignation and gave recommendations for the future.

View the meeting at: https://sanfrancisco.granicus.com/player/clip/51527?view_id=223&redirect=true