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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Cincinnati public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
UC Health Mobile Crisis Team recognition
Council honored the mobile crisis team's 40 years of mental health crisis response — now operating 24/7 in every police district, serving nearly 3,000 people this year.
Justice assistance grant for police overtime and advocacy services
Up to $274,735 in federal money would fund police visibility overtime and the sexual assault advocate contract with Women Helping Women.
Fire Department thermal imaging equipment
Councilmembers Johnson and Kearney want $225,000 of carryover money to buy thermal imaging gear for the fire department, but the motion was held rather than sent to Council.
Recognition of Retired Assistant Police Chief Ronald J. Twitty
The city honored retired Assistant Police Chief Ronald J. Twitty for his groundbreaking career in law enforcement and community leadership by passing a formal resolution and naming a street after him.
Access to Free Period Products in Municipal Buildings
Council members advanced a motion requiring a comprehensive report on the availability and condition of free period product dispensers in municipal buildings and city-operated properties to ensure equitable access for employees and the public.
Paid Organ Donation Leave for City Employees
Vice Mayor Kearney's motion pushes the administration to recommend extra funding for city employees who become organ or tissue donors — supporting workers who take on a major personal sacrifice.
Price Hill Litigation and Community Updates
City officials provided updates regarding Second Avenue litigation and general neighborhood developments in Price Hill.
Hate Crime Incident Procedures Update
City leaders are following up on how the administration tracks and responds to hate incidents and hate crimes. The committee requested a 30-day update on dashboard creation, reporting portals, and police procedure updates.
Police Department Litigation
Another day, another police department drama in Cincinnati. A reinstated police captain is now suing the city and the former police chief, keeping local law enforcement leadership in hot water.
Trauma Care and Emergency Medical Education ('Stop the Bleed')
UC Health representatives presented information on regional trauma and burn services and demonstrated critical bleeding control techniques for everyday citizens.