. >> moving on, sexually vie lent child predator rob ert bates needs a lace to live. a judge in the case admitings it's nearly impossible to find a place that won't spark out rage. >>> today, san jose city leaders welcome their independent police officer. he specializes in reviewing data about police use of force. the panel who hired katz was impressive and his preparation. during the interview, he already had ideas on changes that could be made within the department. katz hopes to become the unopened channel communication for everyone in the community. >> for many people, their point of contact with government is the police. and if they don't have effective policing and in fair policing, they will not have faith in government, as well. >> katz replaces former auditor candell. >> happening now, a long-awaited hearing. the gun club is on parkland. the future is being weighed in oakland. that's where abc 7 news reporter is live for a contentious hearing is still underway. >> it is, can. >> reporter: more than 50 people signed up to speak at this hearing. some say this r