Antioch Council appoints six residents as Police Oversight, Planning Commissioners
Applications for more positions on Police Oversight, Parks & Recreation and Sales Tax Oversight Commissions, Board of Administrative Appeals, General Plan Advisory Committee due Friday, Feb. 27
By Jaden Baird, PIO, City of Antioch
ANTIOCH, CA — The Antioch City Council has completed appointments to the Antioch Police Oversight Commission and the Planning Commission following action taken at its meetings on February 10 and February 24, 2026.
On February 10, 2026, in a unanimous 5-0 vote, the City Council reappointed Porshe Taylor to a full three-year term on the Antioch Police Oversight Commission and appointed Josiah Ben-Oni Graham to serve the remainder of a partial term expiring in November 2026. The Council also reappointed Ramesh Suman and William Spijker to full four-year terms on the Planning Commission.
At the February 24th meeting, also by unanimous 4-0 vote, the City Council appointed Addison Peterson to a full three-year term on the Antioch Police Oversight Commission and Don Aguilar to a full four-year term on the Planning Commission. Those appointed that night were sworn in during the meeting.
Antioch Police Oversight Commission
The Antioch Police Oversight Commission (APOC) provides independent community oversight of the Antioch Police Department and plays a critical role in promoting transparency, accountability, and public trust.
APOC Vice Chair Devin Williams stated, “The continued appointments to the Police Oversight Commission reflect a renewed commitment to transparency, accountability, and community trust in Antioch. While the commission has experienced transitions, it is encouraging to see residents still stepping forward to serve – including the next generation of leaders. That willingness speaks volumes about our community’s investment in strengthening public safety through independent oversight. I look forward to the important work ahead as we continue building a commission that reflects the voices and values of Antioch.”
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission serves as an advisory body to the City Council on matters related to land use, development, zoning, and long-range planning, helping guide Antioch’s growth and community development efforts.
More Appointments to Commission, Board, Committee Vacancies
The council will be making additional appointments to the Police Oversight, Parks & Recreation and Sales Tax Oversight Commissions, Board of Administrative Appeals and General Plan Advisory Committee. Applications are due tomorrow, Friday, Feb. 27, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. For more information on those vacancies visit Antioch Council seeks applicants for city commissions, board, committee.
The City of Antioch thanks each commissioner for their willingness to serve and for their continued commitment to the community.
For more information about Antioch’s boards and commissions, visit antiochca.gov/739/Boards-Commissions.
Allen D. Payton contributed to this report.
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