Improving Policing & Public safety in davis
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Our conceptual framework of public safety

This framework is based on the principles of the social determinants of public safety. It represents a public health style approach to keeping communities safe where safety is dependent on basic necessities such as economic security, and access to affordable housing, education and healthcare. Without any of these pieces, public safety is threatened - therefore both social and racial equity are fundamental to a safe society.Evidence shows that moving away from a reactive, law enforcement centric model of public safety is the only way to keep every member of our community truly safe.
click "background" above to see the 9 recommendations from the temporary joint subcommittee
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Why is this necessary?
Systemic racism and social inequity permeate every aspect of our society in the United States, such as our economic and education systems. They are particularly apparent in our law enforcement and criminal justice systems, and in the lack of sufficient social services, namely mental or behavioral health treatment and support. Our city and county are not outliers in this respect.In fact, Davis has roughly double the racial disparities in median household income and likelihood of arrest when compared to the United States as a whole. This is an uncomfortable truth we must face head on, and work in earnest to reverse.
For example: The median household income in Davis is 68% lower for Black people than white people. In California and the country, that number is 40%. Both are terrible statistics, but the inequality is much greater in davis.

Why should I take action?

Overwhelming support for meaningful public safety reform would no doubt encourage the City Council to act in accordance with the will of the people of Davis and help move our city closer to true social and racial equity.In the past, substantial public comment in support of particular policies has persuaded the City Council to take bolder action.

You can help spread the word about these improvements by sharing this website, watching/ reading the available resources, and talking to friends and neighbors about these issues. And by making your voice heard by the Davis City Council and City Manager. (Click the "Take Action" tab)
Even with public pressure, the police don't seem to be taking these racial disparities seriously.

Quote from the December 15, 2020 City Council meeting discussion (Agenda Item 4).
Learn more
If you belong to any group, club, society, etc. that would be interested in learning more about these issues and how restorative justice approaches can reduce crime, and increase public safety, please email us at davis.public.safety@gmail.com .Our researchers can tailor a virtual presentation to your group's specific interests and questions, or host a panel discussion, or do a combination of both.We pride ourselves on fostering meaningful dialogue between community members on difficult subjects using evidence-based academic literature in criminology, social sciences, psychology, etc.
We would love to come learn and talk with your group today!