MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission held the third and final community meeting Saturday, where members of the community gathered to voice their concerns to acting police chief Jeffrey Norman, as he moves forward in the process of becoming Milwaukee's permanent chief. 

At this meeting many people living in Milwaukee expressed their concerns about issues like violence in the city, reckless driving, and even police and community relationships. 

Charlie Rosenberg lives in Milwaukee’s north side and he said he really wants to an improved relationship between police and community members.

“They need people to feel safe when they’re around and not feel like the police are themselves a threat,” said Rosenberg. 

Other community members voiced their opinion on the matter and said they want to see more programs enacted that would hold drivers accountable and help them understand how reckless driving impacts families in the city. 

Many others also expressed the fears they have as people of color living in Milwaukee. 

Norman said as a father of two young Black children and someone who grew up in Milwaukee, he shares similar concerns. 

“It’s an ongoing process,” said Norman. “Solutions can be thought of tomorrow… but we need to be there at the table.” 

Norman stressed the importance of police working with community partners and says he will continue to actively do so. 

He also said he’s committed to doing everything he can to keep the conversations going and taking active steps to making change.  

“The Milwaukee police department doesn’t walk in front of you, doesn’t walk behind you, we walk with you," he said.

The Milwaukee FPC will vote on Nov. 4 and decide if Norman will take on the permanent role as police chief.