During a Stated Meeting on Thursday, April 10, Philadelphia City Council officially confirmed the appointment of five new commissioners, as well as the reappointment of sitting Commissioner Haakim Peay. The public was given the opportunity to provide feedback on the candidates prior to the council’s confirmation vote during public comment.

The newly appointed commissioners bring diverse expertise and a strong commitment to serving the residents of Philadelphia. Commissioner Haakim Peay’s reappointment reflects his ongoing dedication and impactful contributions to the city.

Meet the New Commissioners:

• Michelle Enix-Kenney (12^th Police District) – Consultant and founder of Excellence By Design Consulting, LLC, Michelle Enix-Kenny has 20 years of experience in crafting targeted strategies and driving organizational change across corporate communications, marketing, corporate culture, executive coaching, diversity and inclusion, and leadership training and development. She has worked for Black Entertainment Television (BET) and worked with past clients such as the U.S. Pentagon and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

• Gilberto Gonzalez (26^th Police District) – Gilbert Gonzalez is a Senior Recruiter for the Community College of Philadelphia. A highly skilled college recruiter with a proven ability to build strong relationships and partnerships within diverse communities, Gonzalez also has expertise in mentoring, community development, and fostering culturally inclusive collaborations. As a young person of color, he personally experienced police brutality. However, as an adult, Gonzalez collaborated with law enforcement officers to organize community handball tournaments through Back to Basics and the Father’s Day Rally Committee. The goal of those events was to foster meaningful and lasting relationships between the community and the police, creating a foundation of trust and collaboration.

• Malika Rahman (8^th Police District) – Malika Rahman is a Criminal Justice Professor and Curriculum Coordinator at the Community College of Philadelphia. Rahman’s professional journey has involved substantial community interaction and leadership in criminal justice education, community engagement, and commitment to reform in Philadelphia. She previously worked at the Department of Prisons and the Sheriff’s Office. She is a member of the Philadelphia Police Department Chaplains.

• Ericka Stewart (14th Police District) – Ericka L. Stewart is a steward of many talents and insightful experiences. Stewart remains a native to Philadelphia and calls the neighborhood of Mount Airy her home. As a social entrepreneur, a warrior of Complex PTSD, and also a Central High School graduate of the 263rd class, Stewart prides herself as a resilient person of lived experience. Stewart is currently a Community & Economic Development Supervisor for Oxford Circle Christian Community Development Association. She is also the owner and founder of Everyone Love Someone, a social impact consulting firm.

• LaTanya Whitehead (24^th Police District) – LaTanya Whitehead is a Program Liaison/Manager at Shalom, Inc. in Philadelphia. LaTanya has expertise in developing protocols, evaluating prevention strategies, and maintaining strong community partnerships. With a background in violence prevention, she leads community education efforts and ensures grant deliverables are met. She is driven by a deep commitment to improving police-community relations and advancing police reform initiatives in Philadelphia.

Media Inquiries:
For more information please contact Jodie Eichel at (215) 685-0891, Jodie.Eichel@phila.gov

About the Citizens Police Oversight Commission:
The Citizens Police Oversight Commission (CPOC) is an independent oversight agency designed to ensure the just, transparent, and efficient administration of criminal justice in Philadelphia. CPOC is committed to conducting fair and timely investigations into police conduct, enhancing the quality of internal investigations, and fostering community engagement and trust.