The Oklahoma City Council is set to consider renewing its contract with 21CP Solutions, a firm that has been working with city leaders on community policing initiatives since 2020. The proposed renewal would extend the firm's involvement for another year at a cost of $65,000.

City officials say the renewal will help advance recommendations developed more than five years ago by the mayor’s Law Enforcement Policy Task Force and the city manager’s Community Policing Working Group. These efforts are part of an ongoing push to improve relationships between law enforcement and the communities they serve.

Background on 21CP Solutions

In 2020, Oklahoma City hired 21CP Solutions to assist with community policing strategies. The original contract cost around $193,000, with $175,000 of that funding provided by the Inasmuch Foundation. The firm worked closely with local leaders to develop recommendations aimed at improving public safety and fostering trust between officers and residents.

According to city officials, 21CP Solutions is known for its expertise in community policing and has worked with cities across the country to implement similar initiatives. Their work here in Oklahoma City has included providing guidance on policy development, training, and evaluation of policing practices.

What the Renewal Includes

If approved, the renewal agreement would see 21CP Solutions continue serving as subject matter experts for the city’s Public Safety Partnership. Their role would involve supporting the implementation and evaluation of recommendations from the original study conducted during their initial contract.

The city emphasizes that this work is critical to ensuring the long-term success of community policing efforts. By renewing the contract, Oklahoma City leaders aim to maintain momentum and build on the progress made over the past few years.

Community Policing in Focus

Community policing has been a key focus for Oklahoma City leaders, particularly in light of national conversations about law enforcement practices. The goal of such efforts is to create stronger connections between officers and the neighborhoods they serve, ultimately leading to better outcomes for public safety.

Many folks in the community have expressed interest in seeing these initiatives succeed. By involving experts like 21CP Solutions, city leaders hope to address concerns and build trust in a way that benefits everyone.

What’s Next

The Oklahoma City Council is expected to discuss the renewal during an upcoming meeting. If approved, the new agreement would allow 21CP Solutions to continue their work through the next year.

For now, city leaders are optimistic about the future of community policing in Oklahoma City. They believe that continued collaboration with 21CP Solutions will help ensure the success of these important initiatives.