COPA had a great time engaging the residents of Chicago in the community during the week of 08.31.26. This week our Public Affairs team was in Brighton Park, Austin, and Englewood communities
Our office is committed to helping residents understand how to file a complaint or compliment an officer and explain to the public our role in police oversight. Below is a brief description of our most recent community engagement efforts. If you are interested in COPA speaking to your community group or organization, please submit a request via email to COPA-PublicAffairs@chicagocopa.org
Acero Marquez Open House and Fall Community Resource Fair – August 29, 2025
COPA had a great time at the Acero Marquez Open House and Fall Community Resource Fair in the Brighton Park Community. The fair brought together several community organizations to connect families & young people to resources, had various children’s activities, and was an opportunity for families to connect with teachers. COPA was able to set up a resource table and give out information on how to file compliments or complaints towards CPD.
Westside Ministers Coalition Monthly Community Meeting – September 3,2026
COPA was in Austin at the monthly Westside Ministers Coalition community meeting. One of the primary purposes of the meeting is to tackle various social issues & discuss ways attendees can bring about a positive change throughout the city. COPA attends these meetings to give out information on our role in police accountability and how to file compliments & complaints towards CPD.
Alderwoman in the Park at Montgomery Park – September 3, 2026
COPA had a great time attending Alderwoman in the Park at Montgomery Park hosted by Alderwoman Stephanie D. Coleman. This event organized by Alderwoman Coleman works to bring city services and other community resources directly to the community. COPA attends these meetings to give out information on how to file complaints or compliments towards CPD.
