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Police Support in 17th District
I propose that we allocate 20% of this budget to fund public safety initiatives as prioritized by CPD 17th district. As has been acknowledged, Albany Park gang conflicts have recently spilled over into 39th Ward neighborhoods. Event such as shootings and carjackings affect the security and well-being of all residents.
Some ideas could be: additional intersection cameras, extra patrols/foot patrols, equipment officers, promoting CAPS, promoting neighborhood watch. I would defer to the district on what they think would be most helpful.
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I strongly disagree with this proposal for menu funding. As was noted above, menu money (which is capital) cannot be used for staffing or additional patrols (which is annual operating). I do not agree that additional cameras or other security devices are necessarily what is needed, and there are other ways to support and advocate for public safety investments. Additionally, there are many other sources for public safety funding (which is the largest part of the City's operating budget), including federal grants. Making infrastructure investments in the community can help support a stronger community, which in turn supports public safety. This menu funding should be used for the type of infrastructure investment that will promote use of our parks, safe (slower speed) streets, opportunities for active transportation (walking, biking and transit use) and other investments to beautify, create spaces for recreation and community gathering, and maintain assets in a state of good repair.
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