We, the undersigned, formally submit this petition to request the immediate removal of Latonya Moore from her position as Assistant Chief Juvenile Probation Officer. This request is based on documented patterns of racial and gender discrimination, the creation of a hostile work environment, and the disparate treatment of both staff and juveniles under her supervision. 

Formal Allegations of Misconduct 

• Discriminatory Workplace Comments: Assistant Chief Moore has repeatedly expressed bias regarding the racial demographics of the department. By stating she is "having to get used to being around all the white faces" and characterizing the presence of white staff as a "hard adjustment," she has established a preference for specific racial groups, undermining the department's commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment. 
• Disparate Treatment of Staff: There is a marked difference in professional engagement based on race. Assistant Chief Moore consistently marginalizes white staff through dismissive communication and exclusion from professional dialogue, while maintaining open engagement primarily with Black and Hispanic staff. 
• Inequity in Juvenile Services: Concerns have been raised regarding the selective oversight of cases. Assistant Chief Moore allegedly prioritizes or exclusively reviews issues involving Black juveniles while ignoring comparable issues involving white juveniles. This constitutes a failure to provide equitable service to the community. 
• Selective Disciplinary Action: There is a documented pattern of "selective enforcement." White staff members are reportedly reprimanded for infractions or procedural issues that are overlooked when committed by Black staff members. 
• Retaliation and Failure to Investigate: When reports of racial bias are brought to her attention, Assistant Chief Moore has failed to follow internal grievance procedures. Instead of investigating claims of racism, she has engaged in gaslighting and accused the reporting parties of being racist for making the complaint, creating a culture of fear and silence. 

Impact on Departmental Integrity 

The continued presence of Assistant Chief Moore in a leadership capacity has led to a breakdown in staff morale and a perceived lack of fairness in the administration of juvenile justice. The failure of current leadership to address these documented concerns suggests a systemic disregard for civil rights protections within the department. 

Requested Action 

We demand an immediate independent investigation into these allegations and the immediate removal of Latonya Moore from her position to restore professional standards and racial equity to the Department of Juvenile Services.