Wicked Local
Although members of the public said they wanted more transparency from Newton officers during the latest Police Reform Task Force meeting on Dec. 22, there was no discussion about what law enforcement is and is not allowed to do in regard to releasing information.
Strategy Matters, consultants that “work with mission-driven organizations to develop creative solutions to complex problems, and to help them meet their goals,” according to its website, is being paid $200,000 to help the task force with its work.
Liz O’Connor, founder and principal of the company, told participants they could go into Zoom “breakout rooms” to discuss various topics, including overcoming systemic racism, policing and community priorities, addressing public health concerns, and nuisance concerns. There was no discussion ahead of time about laws, union rules or other factors that could limit what reform suggestions may or may not be feasible.