Executive Summary
Policing and Criminal Justice Recommendations Update
• Youth engagement with the Arlington Police Department ( APD ) has increased significantly through the expansion of Police Athletic League ( PAL ) programming citywide ; community events ; police ride along programs ; and connecting K-12 students with the Arlington Police Department .
• APD has increased community knowledge and cultural understanding amongst new and experienced patrol officers by implementing cultural exchange initiatives ; attendance at community events ; and community immersion programs .
• APD reviews training twice annually with the Public Safety Assessment Council to discuss training trends and available resources . The department is also in the process of establishing a partnership with UTA to conduct a third-party review of the agency ’ s Use of Force data .
The highlights above represent only a small sample of all the tremendous work that City leadership , City staff and members of the Unity Council have performed in the effort to ensure that we are “ One Arlington .” While much has been accomplished there is still significant progress to be achieved . An examination of the current data in this report reminds us that transformational change occurs across time
and that we must continue to invest significant time and resources into ensuring equitable outcomes for all residents and stakeholders .
As an example , when we examine the City of Arlington ’ s most recent Citizen Satisfaction Survey , we find that the disparity in the quality of life for our Latino and Asian-American residents is a continuing concern .
As such , we must continue to empower the voices of our Latino residents to assist the City in providing effective service delivery and resources to the community in partnership with trusted community stakeholders and institutions .
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