Minneapolis Police Department Ending Union Contract Negotiations

Minneapolis Police Chief Madaria Arradondo announced a major step towards reform by halting contract negotiations with the police union to address use of force and other issues. He plans to involve experts to review and restructure the contract for better transparency and flexibility. The department is also working on policies to detect early signs of officer misconduct. This announcement follows the City Council's decision to vote on dismantling the Police Department. The police union criticized the city for making them scapegoats, while a City Council member called the halt in negotiations a leadership failure. Arradondo assured that officers will continue to protect residents until a new system is established.

What major step did Chief Madaria Arradondo take towards police reform?

• He reduced police patrols in the city.

• He hired more police officers.

• He stepped away from contract negotiations with the police union.

• He increased police funding.

What is the purpose of bringing in subject matter experts according to Arradondo?

• To increase police salaries.

• To conduct a thorough review of the police contract.

• To train officers in new combat techniques.

• To reduce the number of police stations.

What is one of the goals of the new policies being implemented by the department?

• To increase the number of arrests.

• To catch early warning signs of officer misconduct.

• To reduce the number of police vehicles.

• To increase the number of police stations.

What action did the Minneapolis City Council recently take regarding the Police Department?

• They voted to increase police funding.

• They decided to dismantle the Police Department.

• They reduced police patrols.

• They hired a new police chief.

How did the head of the police union react to the city's actions?

• He called for more police funding.

• He supported the city's decision.

• He said the city is making the Police Department scapegoats for violent protests.

• He resigned from his position.