Carmel announces public safety commission

The new commission will bring together perspectives not only from public safety personnel, but also from private sector partners, nonprofit organizations, and citizens. (Photo provided by City of Carmel)

Posted By: The Reporter October 30, 2024

Carmel Mayor Sue Finkam officially introduced the Mayor’s Advisory Commission on Public Safety on Monday, Oct. 28. This commission is set to play a crucial role in advising the mayor on how public safety can adapt to the needs of the community, ultimately providing better service to citizens and patrons of the city.

The Mayor’s Commission on Public Safety includes public safety professionals, strategic private sector partners, and citizens focusing on contemporary issues facing residents and public safety professions. Specific roles of the commission include:

  • Explore and advise on new and evolving safety and security issues
  • Enhance community engagement that promotes participation between public safety agencies and the community to foster trust
  • Discuss emergency response protocols and infrastructure to ensure timely and efficient responses to incidents in Carmel and surrounding areas
  • Support programs focused on crime prevention, including neighborhood watch initiatives, youth mentorship programs, and awareness campaigns that educate the public on safety practices and resources available to them

Photo provided by City of Carmel

“Our residents appreciate living in Carmel for many reasons and the safety of our community is chief among them,” Mayor Finkam said. “Maintaining that community experience calls for the input of those who live and work in our city and our commission membership represents a broad mix of interests and expertise.”

The first meeting will take place on Thursday, Nov. 7.

Members include:

  • Kurt Aikman, Senior Security Advisor, MISO
  • Tony Dellelo, Captain, Indiana State Police
  • Anna Flaming, Major, Carmel Police Department
  • Harry Ghoman, Citizen
  • Toby Malichi, Citizen
  • Brady Myers, Deputy Chief, Carmel Police Department
  • Dennis Quakenbush, Sheriff, Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office
  • Antony Sheehan, President/CEO, Aspire
  • Drake Sterling, Chief of Police, Carmel Police Department
  • Bradley Swim, Citizen, Security and Domestic Preparedness Professional
  • Joel Thacker, Fire Chief, Carmel Fire Department
  • Tami Wanninger, Executive Director, Prevail
  • Dave Woodward, Director of Security/Safety, Carmel Clay School Corporation
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