The Portland City Council is finally making strides to implement a citizen-led police oversight board, emphasizing the ongoing struggle between advocates and officials.
Portland voters approved Measure 26-217 in 2020, creating a police oversight body with significant authority, yet implementation faced opposition and revisions that diminished its effectiveness.
Critics argue that the new requirements for oversight board members, including police ride-alongs, may deter individuals with negative police experiences from participating.
The inclusion of police union representatives in the nominating committee has raised eyebrows, as it could compromise the independence and perceived integrity of the oversight board.
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