Why do we need more community power over policing in Chicago?

The Community Power Over Policing Ordinance would approve a referendum that increases the democratic representation and power of the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability. It would give this commission power over approving the Chicago Police Department budget… more >

The Community Power Over Policing Ordinance would approve a referendum that increases the democratic representation and power of the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability. It would give this commission power over approving the Chicago Police Department budget and negotiating the Fraternal Order of Police union contract -- powerfully increasing the community's ability to weigh in on what policing looks like in Chicago.

Why would allowing the community to have a voice in how they're being policed be important?

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- State your name
- What neighborhood/ area do you live or are you from Chicago?
- Why is having community power in policing important to you?

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