A Roadmap for Exploring New Models of Funding Public Safety

Reallocating public safety resources to reduce the harmful overreach of law enforcement requires a strategic, community-centered approach. This roadmap recommends analyzing public safety service demands, identifying inefficiencies in police activity, and targeting investments to overburdened communities to improve economic opportunities and enhance social services. By prioritizing community input and leveraging advanced data analysis, cities can implement equitable, community-led safety initiatives that address systemic inequities and reduce reliance on traditional policing.