Chicago voters have elected the first members of our police District Councils
We did it!
See the newly elected namesIt takes a lot to change policing.
It takes 50 years of organizing,
thousands of volunteers and
a new law that gives Chicagoans a say in
how police interact with the rest of us.
In 2021, the ordinance passed.
On February 28, we elected 66 members.
Now, let's support their work.
Empowering Communities for Police Safety
See you at the District Council meetings!
Stay committed to the cause. Attend your police district council meetings this month.
Learn more about how we got to this
moment.
These links will take you to resources and news stories to i
Chicago Tonight talks with 3 winning candidates (WTTW, 3/2/23)"What are District Councils?" City of Chicago overviewEmpowered Communities Voter GuideChicago Reader 2023 Chicago Police Districts Voter GuideThe Triibe Ward/Police District LookupChicago election explainer: What are Police District Councils? (Axios)"What do police district councils do?" (Block Club Chicago)A look at Chicago's new Police District Councils (WTTW video)Why should you cast votes for District Councils?
Policing needs to change
Many folks in our community have been harmed by police. You probably know someone who has a story. Let's do more than say their names. Let's make it our business to get informed about District Council candidates and make progress by voting on Feb. 28.
Make room for new ideas
We can bring progressive, community-centered people and ideas to the Chicago Police Department. Yes, changing a system like this will take time, but it won't advance until we make moves now by casting District Council votes on Feb. 28.
Now is the time
For decades, Chicagoans have worked to have civilian voice in policing. More than 80 organizations pushed and made progress together, and City Council passed the Empowering Communities for Public Safety ordinance in July 2021. The road was tough, but the people persevered, and City leaders agreed. Now, it's time for you to have a say in how we make Chicago safer.
Thank you
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