Police Reform
Police Reform
Cleveland is the only city in America that has entered into two Consent Decrees for policing and has long served as a case study for the nation on the need for police reform. In 2021, Cleveland voters mobilized to pass a ballot initiative to improve police accountability and deliver the strongest citizen oversight commission in the United States. Known as Issue 24, the new police accountability measures give citizens the power to make decisions about police recruitment, training and discipline.
Mayor Bibb’s police reform agenda is focused on improving police accountability and public safety.
APPLICATIONS CLOSED: New Community Police Commission
Applications for the new Cleveland Community Police Commission are closed and will be evaluated by a community-led, Resident Review Committee before the Mayor makes recommendations to City Council for appointment.
For more information about the role of the new Community Police Commission, please review Charter Section 115-5, which outlines power, duties and responsibilities of the new Commission.
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FAQs
Is the current Community Police Commission still operating?
The current Community Police Commission will continue to operate with its current powers, duties and obligations. Only the new Community Police Commission will have powers outlined in Charter Section 115-5.
Will there be two Community Police Commissions?
No. The current Community Police Commission will be disbanded once a majority of the new Community Police Commission members are appointed and confirmed by Council.
After a Resident Review Committee evaluates and shortlists applications, the mayor will make recommendations to appoint ten out of the 13 members of the new Community Polic Commission for Council approval. City Council will appoint three members.
Who decides who will serve on the new Commission?
The Resident Review Committee is a group of over 20 community leaders and Cleveland residents who have an interest in civil rights and police oversight including police union representatives, civil rights advocates, attorneys, medical professionals, neighborhood and faith leaders.
The Resident Review Committee are responsible for reviewing and evaluating applications and providing a shortlist to the administration for further screening and interviews.
Priorities
Mayor Bibb’s Rescue & Transformation Plan identifies ten priorities for federal funding that will make an impact on the everyday lives of Clevelanders.
APRA-funds were primarily intended to assist cities with revenue replacement that was lost due to the impacts of COVID-19.
Inclusive economic recovery
We’re moving away from managing decline to making investments that drive growth in Cleveland’s neighborhoods that have been overlooked or excluded in the past.
Housing for all
Affordable housing and investments that drive wealth creation and homeownership.
Violence prevention & public safety
A comprehensive approach to public safety invests in initiatives that address the root causes of violence and crime. We must invest in our communities and in our first responders to build the trust and implement proven programs focused on proactive intervention and prevention.
Closing the digital divide
Thirty percent of residents don’t have internet or reliable wi-fi or broadband services. We’re committed to making targeted investments to close the digital divide and make internet access more affordable and accessible.
Education for everyone
From newborns to adult learners, from student to CEO, improving education is the foundation of our future. We must support learning at all ages, inside and outside the classroom to improve literacy rates, college and work readiness.
Lead-safe Cleveland
Cleveland is facing a lead crisis. Nearly 90% of our housing stock was built before lead paint was outlawed. We must put a stop to this public health emergency to make properties lead-safe and ensure no more children are impacted by the dangers of lead exposure.
Arts & neighborhood amenities
Cleveland is a city on the rise and our arts, recreation, parks, cultural treasures and other amenities should reflect that. Cleveland's 17 wards can identify important neighborhood projects and advocate for change at the hyper-local level in partnership with City Council.
Civil Participation Fund
Cleveland's 17 wards can identify important neighborhood projects and advocate for change at the hyper-local level in partnership with City Council.>
Priorities
Mayor Bibb’s Rescue & Transformation Plan identifies ten priorities for federal funding that will make an impact on the everyday lives of Clevelanders.
Stabilizing the budget
APRA-funds were primarily intended to assist cities with revenue replacement that was lost due to the impacts of COVID-19.
Inclusive economic recovery
We’re moving away from managing decline to making investments that drive growth in Cleveland’s neighborhoods that have been overlooked or excluded in the past.
Housing for all
Affordable housing and investments that drive wealth creation and homeownership.
Violence prevention & public safety
A comprehensive approach to public safety invests in initiatives that address the root causes of violence and crime. We must invest in our communities and in our first responders to build the trust and implement proven programs focused on proactive intervention and prevention.
Closing the digital divide
Thirty percent of residents don’t have internet or reliable wi-fi or broadband services. We’re committed to making targeted investments to close the digital divide and make internet access more affordable and accessible.
Education for everyone
From newborns to adult learners, from student to CEO, improving education is the foundation of our future. We must support learning at all ages, inside and outside the classroom to improve literacy rates, college and work readiness.
Lead-safe Cleveland
Cleveland is facing a lead crisis. Nearly 90% of our housing stock was built before lead paint was outlawed. We must put a stop to this public health emergency to make properties lead-safe and ensure no more children are impacted by the dangers of lead exposure.
Arts & neighborhood amenities
Cleveland is a city on the rise and our arts, recreation, parks, cultural treasures and other amenities should reflect that. Cleveland's 17 wards can identify important neighborhood projects and advocate for change at the hyper-local level in partnership with City Council.
Civil Participation Fund
Cleveland's 17 wards can identify important neighborhood projects and advocate for change at the hyper-local level in partnership with City Council.
Priorities
Mayor Bibb’s Rescue & Transformation Plan identifies ten priorities for federal funding that will make an impact on the everyday lives of Clevelanders.
Stabilizing the budget
APRA-funds were primarily intended to assist cities with revenue replacement that was lost due to the impacts of COVID-19.
Inclusive economic recovery
We’re moving away from managing decline to making investments that drive growth in Cleveland’s neighborhoods that have been overlooked or excluded in the past.
Housing for all
Affordable housing and investments that drive wealth creation and homeownership.
Violence prevention & public safety
A comprehensive approach to public safety invests in initiatives that address the root causes of violence and crime. We must invest in our communities and in our first responders to build the trust and implement proven programs focused on proactive intervention and prevention.
Closing the digital divide
Thirty percent of residents don’t have internet or reliable wi-fi or broadband services. We’re committed to making targeted investments to close the digital divide and make internet access more affordable and accessible.
Education for everyone
From newborns to adult learners, from student to CEO, improving education is the foundation of our future. We must support learning at all ages, inside and outside the classroom to improve literacy rates, college and work readiness.
Lead-safe Cleveland
Cleveland is facing a lead crisis. Nearly 90% of our housing stock was built before lead paint was outlawed. We must put a stop to this public health emergency to make properties lead-safe and ensure no more children are impacted by the dangers of lead exposure.
Arts & neighborhood amenities
Cleveland is a city on the rise and our arts, recreation, parks, cultural treasures and other amenities should reflect that. Cleveland's 17 wards can identify important neighborhood projects and advocate for change at the hyper-local level in partnership with City Council.
Civil Participation Fund
Cleveland's 17 wards can identify important neighborhood projects and advocate for change at the hyper-local level in partnership with City Council.