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New CPC Interim Executive Director Sworn Into Office
The Cleveland Community Police Commission is under new leadership. Attorney Alix Noureddine was sworn in as the Interim Executive Director at City Hall on Wednesday, July 9th.
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Remembering Officer Jamieson Ritter
As we mark the anniversary of the tragic loss of Officer Jamieson Ritter, this time weighs heavily on our minds and hearts.
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Office of Inspector General Gives Presentation at Full Commission Meeting
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A Response to President Trump's Executive Order
The Community Police Commission is committed to constitutional policing that ensures the safety of everyone, from people in the city’s most marginalized and vulnerable communities to the…
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Call to Action: CDP Must Fully Investigate Officer Misconduct Allegations
As discussions arise about ending the Cleveland Division of Police’s (CDP) Consent Decree, the Cleveland Community Police Commission (CPC) has identified alarming gaps in accountability…
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CPC Responds to Governor Dewine Passing HB 315
Last night, Governor Mike DeWine signed off on House Bill 315, legislation that was originally intended to address township zoning laws.
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CPC Responds To CDP Use of Force Incident
Over the weekend, Cleveland Police shot and injured a 14-year-old boy who officers believed was tied to a string of car break-ins.
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CDP Agrees To Suspend Drone Usage
Cleveland Division of Police commits to grounding its drones until approval of final policy governing use Cleveland, Nov.
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A Letter In Response To Mayor Bibb's Interim Commander Appointment
Earlier this month, Mayor Justin Bibb announced his interim appointment for 2nd District Commander, Timothy Maffo-Judd, the same officer who, in 2022, used homophobic slurs in text messages…
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Upcoming Meeting Cancellations
As we look ahead to the rest of October, the CPC would like to remind the community of some important meeting cancellations.
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Public Notice: Special Commission Meeting scheduled for Thursday, September 19, 2024
Over the weekend, we asked the community to share their thoughts on the candidates still in the running for the vacant Public Safety Inspector General position by completing an online…
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CPC Seeks Public Input on Inspector General Candidate Interviews
In the 7 weeks after posting the job application online, the City of Cleveland received over 3 dozen applications for the vacant Public Safety Inspector General position.
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Cleveland Community Police Commission searching for new commissioners
At the end of this year, the Cleveland Community Police Commission will be saying goodbye to nine of our dedicated commissioners.
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Public Notice: Performance and Evaluations Committee rescheduled for 9/03/24
Please be advised that the Police Promotions and Evaluations Committee meeting originally scheduled for Tuesday, August 27th, will now take place on Tuesday, September 3rd.
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Police Training Committee
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CDP Line of Duty Death 7-4-24
The Cleveland Community Police Commission expresses its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the officer who tragically lost their life in the line of duty on July…
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Public Notice: Request for Proposal
June 6th – June 20th 2024RFQ: Community Survey The City of Cleveland (“City”) Community Police Commission (“CPC” or “Commission”), through its Interim Executive Director (“Interim Executive…
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CPC Seeks Public Comment on Police Pursuits
June 3rd, 2024 The Cleveland Community Police Commission is seeking public comment on the Cleveland Division of Police’s vehicle pursuit policy updated this year.
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Public Notice: Request for Proposal
June 3rd – June 17th 2024RFQ: Grant Administrative Services The City of Cleveland (“City”), Community Police Commission (“CPC” or “Commission”), through its Interim Executive Director…
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Police Accountability Committee
Public Notice: Meeting: Police Accountability Committee Date: Monday, March 4th, 2023 Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm Location: CPC Office, 3631 Perkins Avenue, 4th Floor, Cleveland, OH 44114 The…
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Budget and Grants Committee
Budget & Grants Committee Date: Monday, Dec. 4th, 2023 Time: 5:30pm – 6:30pm Location: Virtual, Webex Chair: Dr.
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Rules Committee
Rules Committee Date: Every 1st Wednesday of the Month Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm Location: CPC Office, 3631 Perkins Avenue, 4th Floor, Cleveland, OH 44114 The meeting will be live broadcast on…
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Budget and Grants Committee
Budget & Grants Committee Date: Wednesday, Nov.
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Community Police Commission Public Meeting
Meeting Name: Community Police Commission Public Meeting Date: Wednesday, December 13th, 2023 Time: 6:00pm – 8:30pm Location: Burten Bell Carr Cornucopia Place 7201 Kinsman Rd Suite 103B,…
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CPC Analyzes Federal Monitor’s 13th Semiannual Consent Decree Compliance Report
Assessment shows an increase in overall progress made by the City over the course of six months October 26, 2023 Contact Jason Goodrick, Interim Director jgoodrick@clevelandohio.gov…
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Community Police Commission Public Meeting
Meeting Name: Community Police Commission Public Meeting Date: Wednesday, October 25, 2023 Time: 6:00pm – 8:30pm Location: Estabrook Rec Center – 4125 Fulton Rd, Cleveland, OH 44144 The…
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CPC to Approve Candidates to Receive Grant Funding for Violence Prevention, Restorative-Justice, and Mediation Programs
Grant funds invests over $1 million to support community-led programs in Cleveland October 19, 2023 Contact Jan Ridgeway, CPC Co-chair jmccullough-ridgeway@clevelandohio.gov John Adams,…
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CPC Special Meeting: Community Grants
Meeting: CPC Special Meeting: Community Grants Date: Thursday, Oct.
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CPC Special Meeting: Community Grants
* * Revised 10/11/23 * * Meeting: Community Police Commission Special Meeting: CPC Community Grants Date: Thursday, Oct.
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Community Police Commission Public Meeting
Meeting Name: Community Police Commission Public Meeting Date: Wednesday, September 27th, 2023 Time: 6:00pm – 8:30pm Location: Boys & Girls Club at Saint Luke’s Manor – 2705 Martin Luther…
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Budget & Grants Committee
Meeting: Budget & Grants Committee Date: Thrusday, September 7, 2023 Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm Location: CPC Office, 3631 Perkins Avenue, 4th Floor, Cleveland, OH 44114 The meeting will be live…
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Police Accountability Committee
* The Tuesday, September 19th meeting has been canceled.
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Police Accountability Committee
Meeting Name: Police Investigations, Discipline & Accountability Committee Date: Every 3rd Tuesday of the Month Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm Location: CPC Office, 3631 Perkins Avenue, 4th Floor,…
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Police Policy Committee
Meeting: Police Policy Committee Date: Every 3rd Wednesday of the Month Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm Location: CPC Office, 3631 Perkins Avenue, 4th Floor, Cleveland, OH 44114 The meeting will be…
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Police Training Committee
Meeting Name: Police Training Committee Date: Every 2nd Wednesday of the Month Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm Location: CPC Office, 3631 Perkins Avenue, 4th Floor, Cleveland, OH 44114 The meeting…
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Community Police Commission Public Meeting
Meeting Name: Community Police Commission Public Meeting Date: 7/12/2023 Time: 6:00pm – 8:30pm Location: CPC Office – 3631 Perkins Avenue, 4th Floor Cleveland, OH 44114 The meeting will be…
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CPC Launches Community Grants Program to Support Programs that Reduce the Need for Police Activity
Cleveland residents and nonprofits are encouraged to apply for grants to fund local, community-based violence prevention, restorative-justice, and mediation programs.
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Police Policy Committee
Meeting Name: Police Policy Committee Date: 6/29/2023 Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm Location: CPC Office, 3631 Perkins Avenue, 4th Floor, Cleveland, OH 44114 The meeting will be live broadcast on…
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Hiring Committee
Meeting Name: Hiring Committee Date: 6/22/2023 Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm Location: CPC Office, 3631 Perkins Avenue, 4th Floor, Cleveland, OH 44114 The meeting will be live broadcast on the…
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Police Accountability Committee
Meeting Name: Police Investigations, Discipline, and Accountability Committee Date: 6/20/2023 Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm Location: CPC Office, 3631 Perkins Avenue, 4th Floor, Cleveland, OH 44114…
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Police Training Committee
Meeting Name: Police Training Committee Date: 6/21/2023 Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm Location: CPC Office, 3631 Perkins Avenue, 4th Floor, Cleveland, OH 44114 The meeting will be live broadcast on…
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Community Police Commission Public Meeting
Meeting Name: Community Police Commission Public Meeting Date: 5/10/2023 Time: 6:00pm – 8:30pm Location: Cleveland Public Library, West Park Branch – 3805 W 157th St, Cleveland, OH 44111…
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Community Police Commission Special Meeting
Meeting Name: Community Police Commission Special Meeting: Inspector General Candidate Interview Date: 5/03/2023 Time: 5:30pm – 7:30pm Location: Virtual Zoom Registration Link:…
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Community Police Commission Public Meeting
Meeting Name: Community Police Commission Public Meeting Date: 4/26/2023 Time: 6:00pm – 8:30pm Location: Gunning Recreation Center – 16700 Puritas Ave, Cleveland, OH 44135 The meeting will…
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Full Commission Police Policy Training
Meeting Name: Full Commission Police Policy Training Date: 4/22/2023 Time: 8:00am – 4:00pm Location: CPC office – 3631 Perkins Avenue, 4th Floor, Cleveland, OH 44114.
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CPC Analyzes Federal Monitor’s Recent Consent Decree Compliance Report
Assessment shows a decline in progress made by the City over the course of six months April 10, 2023 Contact Jason Goodrick, Interim Director jgoodrick@clevelandohio.gov Contact Jason…
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Community Police Commission Public Meeting
Meeting Name: Community Police Commission Public Meeting Date: 4/12/2023 Time: 6:00pm – 8:30pm Location: Dunham Tavern Museum & Gardens (the red building) – 6709 Euclid Ave.
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CPC Rules Committee Meeting
Meeting Name: CPC Rules Committee Date: 4/20/2023 Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm Location: CPC Office, 3631 Perkins Avenue, 4th Floor, Cleveland, OH 44114 The meeting will be live broadcast on the…
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CPC Budget and Grants Committee Meeting
Meeting Name: CPC Budget & Grants Committee Date: 4/10/2023 Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm Location: CPC Office, 3631 Perkins Avenue, 4th Floor, Cleveland, OH 44114 The meeting will be live…
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CPC Rules Committee Meeting
Meeting Name: CPC Rules Committee Date: 4/06/2023 Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm Location: CPC Office, 3631 Perkins Avenue, 4th Floor, Cleveland, OH 44114 The meeting will be live broadcast on the…
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CPC Rules Committee Meeting
Meeting Name: CPC Rules Committee Date: 3/27/2023 Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm Location: CPC Office, 3631 Perkins Avenue, 4th Floor, Cleveland, OH 44114 The meeting will be live broadcast on the…
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Local Organizations to Host Community Conversation Series about the Impact Police Violence has on the Mental Health of the Black Community
Conversations in this four part series will be held in March, April, May, and July 2023 March 17, 2023 Media Contacts Shalenah Williams: 1-216-857-3114; swilliams3@clevelandohio.gov LaTonya…
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Community Police Commission Public Meeting
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CPC Budget and Grants Committee Meeting
Meeting Name: CPC Budget & Grants Committee Date: 3/20/2023 Time: 3:00pm – 5:00pm Location: CPC Office, 3631 Perkins Avenue, 4th Floor, Cleveland, OH 44114 The meeting will be live…
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CPC Rules Committee Meeting
Meeting Name: CPC Rules Committee Date: 3/13/2023 Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm Location: CPC Office, 3631 Perkins Avenue, 4th Floor, Cleveland, OH 44114 The meeting will be live broadcast on the…
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CPC Training Committee Meeting
This meeting has been cancelled. The next Training Committee meeting will be scheduled shortly.
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Budgets and Grants Committee Meeting
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Commission Training Committee Meeting
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Community Police Commission Public Meeting
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CPC Rules Committee Meeting
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CPC Analyzes Federal Monitor’s Recent Consent Decree Compliance Report
Assessment shows little progress made by the City over the course of one year October 13, 2022 Contact Lewis Katz, CPC Co-Chair 216-339-1766, lrk@case.edu Contact Lewis Katz, CPC Co-Chair…
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CPC statement on City's decision to not appeal arbitration decision
Contact Jason Goodrick, Executive Director 216-505-5920 jgoodrick@clecpc.org Contact Jason Goodrick, Executive Director 216-505-5920 jgoodrick@clecpc.org We stand by Monitor Hassan Aden…
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CPC Analyzes Agreements Between City and Nine Other Police Departments related to the Consent Decree
Assessment finds spotty compliance with agreements and lack of city oversight June 14, 2022 Contact Lewis Katz, CPC Commissioner, Co-Chair 216-339-1766 lkatz@clecpc.org In 2018, City…
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CPC Releases Police Surveillance Technology Recommendations
Recommendations outline a model to create a consistent, inclusive process of implementing new technologies in Cleveland May 9, 2022 The Community Police Commission (CPC) Technology…
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CPC Publishes 2021 Annual Report
The Community Police Commission (CPC) today released its 2021 Annual Report which can be found on the Commission’s website at clecpc.org/our-work .
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CPC Launches Online Educational Resource About History of Cleveland Police Reforms
Last November, Clevelanders prioritized public safety and police reform when they adopted Issue 24 and Elected Mayor Justin Bibb.
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CPC Congratulates Mayor-Elect Justin Bibb
The Cleveland Community Police Commission congratulates Mayor-Elect Justin Bibb on his historic win.
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Community Q&A: CPC Forum on Police Reform History
On Tuesday, October 19th, the Community Police Commission (CPC) held an in-person and live streamed presentation to facilitate community dialogue about the future of policing in Cleveland…
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CPC to Survey Cleveland Community about Police Interactions
(CLEVELAND, OH) — What are your experiences with policing in Cleveland?
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Three New Members Appointed to Cleveland Community Police Commission
On August 26, Mayor Frank Jackson administered the oath of office to Marquesa D. Stephens, Luis Reyes and Edwin Moore, appointing them to the Cleveland Community Police Commission.
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CPC Statement on Justice for Desmond Franklin
At this moment our thoughts are with the family of Desmond Franklin, who was killed by an off duty Cleveland police officer on April 9th 2020.
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CPC Requests Independent Investigation into the Police Shooting Death of Arthur Keith
The following letter was sent via U.S. mail and email on July 16, 2021.
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CPC Recommends Reinstatement of Professor Ayesha Hardaway as Deputy Monitor
The following letter was sent via email to Monitor Hassan Aden on June 25, 2021.
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Cleveland mayoral candidates discuss police reform during forum at Case Western Reserve University
In the News: Cleveland mayoral candidates discuss police reform during forum at Case Western Reserve University Posted By: WKYCDate: June 24, 2021 Seven of the eight candidates on the…
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Applications for CPC Commissioners Open Now
The City of Cleveland and the US Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio are seeking qualified applicants to fill the remaining terms for two vacancies on the Cleveland…
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CPC Requests DOJ to Reopen Civil Rights Investigation into the Homicide of Tamir Rice
The following letter was sent to the U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division and to the Office of the United Stated Attorney on May 10, 2021.
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Commissioner Megan Testa Interview on Officer Wellness Work Group
In the Community: Interview: Commissioner Megan Testa Discusses Police Officer Wellness – WOVU 95.9FM Interview By: Our Voices Today with TC Lewis Date: April 29, 2021 Community Police…
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Federal monitor outlines Cleveland police failings in response to May 30 George Floyd protests
In the News: Federal monitor outlines Cleveland police failings in response to May 30 George Floyd protests Posted By: Cory Shaffer, cleveland.com Date: February 24, 2021 “CLEVELAND, Ohio —…
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Cleveland Police Consent Decree Conversation Details History, Views of Progress
In the News: Cleveland Police Consent Decree Conversation Details History, Views of Progress Posted By: Rachel Rood, ideastream Date: February 1, 2021 “Last week, the United Way of Greater…
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CPC Submits Recommendations on CDP Vehicle Pursuit Policy
Proposed changes focus on incorporating best practices to increase safety, improve transparency September 1, 2020 CLEVELAND – On August 31, the Community Police Commission (CPC) submitted…
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CPC Letter to DOJ Requesting Investigation into Possible Civil Rights Violations During May 30 Lawful Assemblies
The following letter was sent to the Civil Rights Division of the Department of Justice and the Office of the United States Attorney on Thursday, July 16, 2020 July 16, 2020 Dear Mr.
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The Community Police Commission recommends policy changes to increase police accountability, discipline consistency
(CLEVELAND, OH) — The Community Police Commission (CPC) recently submitted recommendations that would make substantial changes to the Cleveland Division of Police’s (CDP) current…
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Cleveland Community Police Commission's Statement on McGrath Resignation
(CLEVELAND, OH) — The Cleveland Community Police Commission has been made aware via a news article in Cleveland.com that Michael McGrath has announced his retirement from the position of…
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Cleveland Community Police Commission's (CPC) Statement on the Death of George Floyd
(CLEVELAND, OH) — This weekend, Americans came together in solidarity across the nation to condemn racism in protests that were sparked by the murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police.
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Road to Reform: 5 years after USDOJ consent decree, has federal oversight changed Cleveland Police?
In the News: Road to Reform: 5 years after USDOJ consent decree, has federal oversight changed Cleveland Police?
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The CPC's Work Continues During the Pandemic
This is an uncertain and worrying time for the citizens of Cleveland.
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CPC Statement on Fatal Shooting by a Cleveland Police Officer
(CLEVELAND, OH) — The Community Police Commission (CPC) is closely monitoring the progress of the investigation of the fatal shooting of Desmond Franklin last week.
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Coronavirus / COVID-19 Information and Resources
As we navigate through uncharted times, know that the CPC’s first priority is to the health and safety of the Cleveland community.
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CPC Elects New Co-Chairs
Rev. Frederick Knuckles and Sgt. Sgt. Richard Jackson were elected to be the Cleveland Community Police Commission’s co-chairs during Friday’s full commission meeting.
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Cleveland residents demanding changes to police department's chase policy
In the News: Cleveland residents demanding changes to police department’s chase policy Posted By: Amanda VanAllen , News 5 Cleveland Date: January 23, 2020 Residents packed a local…
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CPC's Statement on Tragic Loss of Tamia Chappman and CDP Officer
The CPC extends their condolences to the affected families and will be holding a special meeting for the Cleveland community to talk about recent events December 27, 2019 (CLEVELAND, OH) —…
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Public Invited to Community Police Commission Appreciation Event
The event recognizes four years of work and dedication by the individuals and organizations involved in the Cleveland police reform process.
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CPC Commissioners Start New Term
On November 1, 2019, Mayor Frank Jackson administered the oath of office to the new and returning Commissioners of the Cleveland Community Police Commission (CPC) in City Hall.
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Mayor Jackson Administers Oath of Office to New Cleveland Community Police Commission Members
In the News: Mayor Jackson Administers Oath of Office to New Cleveland Community Police Commission Members Posted By: City of Cleveland, City Hall Date: November 6, 2019 “Mayor Frank G.
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CW 43 Focus: Cleveland Community Police Commission seeks new applicants for board
In the News: CW 43 Focus: Cleveland Community Police Commission seeks new applicants for board Posted By: Cleveland 19 News, CW 43 Focus Date: August 28, 2019 CPC co-chairs Latoya Logan and…
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Consent Decree Calls On Cleveland Police To Be Problem Solvers
Cleveland Police Chief Calvin Williams addresses city council in March.
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Analysis of Cleveland Police Disciplinary Arbitrations
For this report, quantitative and qualitative analysis was performed on the court-filed rulings made by third party arbitrators for disciplinary cases brought by the Fraternal Order of…
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