âThe problem that weâre having now is that thereâs a disconnect between the police and our communities as it relates to solving crimes,â Sawyer said. âIn order for us to get back to that, we have to get the community involved. So with this ordinance, we believe this takes a strong step with re-engaging, resetting our relationships between the community and police.â
Ald. Carlos Ramirez-Rosa, 35th, who was aligned with activists during the negotiations and helped broker the final deal, said Wednesday prior to the vote that he wished the final version provided stronger oversight. But he also said grassroots organizers should be proud of it.
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