The defunding of the CPD is a necessary step toward racial and socio-economic equality in Cleveland. The CPD needs a complete financial overhaul in order to redirect funds and effort towards effective social change.
Why is this important?
More resources for public health inciatives. For example one riot gear uniform can buy 31 nurses PPE.
Development projects in disadvantaged neighborhoods.
Utilizing social workers, medical experts and community organizations to handle specific emergencies i.e. domestic violence and mental illness calls.
Redesigning our neighborhoods in ways that make us feel safe by directly addressing problems and funding them quickly.