The Colorado Springs City Council has unanimously voted to dissolve the Law Enforcement Transparency and Advisory Commission (LETAC), effectively ending its nearly six-year tenure. This decision, finalized on April 29, 2026, follows an earlier unanimous vote on April 14 to advance the ordinance for dissolution.
Established in the summer of 2020 amid nationwide calls for police reform, LETAC was designed to strengthen trust between the Colorado Springs Police Department and the community. The commission’s responsibilities included advising on best practices, resource allocation, and relaying citizen input to law enforcement.
Despite its initial purpose, the council’s decision to dissolve LETAC was made without immediate plans to replace the commission. This move has drawn criticism from advocates for police accountability, who argue that LETAC was intentionally structured to lack substantial impact on holding police accountable. They express concern over the absence of a citizen advisory board to provide recommendations and oversight.
The dissolution of LETAC reflects ongoing debates within Colorado Springs regarding the balance between law enforcement practices and community oversight. As the city moves forward, discussions continue about how best to ensure transparency and accountability within its police department.