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But there's a similar plan that was recently introduced in the city council.
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Chicago mayor unveils civilian police oversight plan
Mayor Lori Lightfoot's seven-member board gives citizens oversight power on on police department policies. Chicago Tribune/TNS via Getty Images, FILE
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot has released a highly anticipated civilian police oversight proposal that would create an independent seven-member citizen panel to advise the cityâs police operations.
The 17-page proposed ordinance was released Monday and would create a citywide Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability consisting of seven appointed members. Lightfoot said the proposal will overhaul how police are "overseen, managed and held accountable when necessary," in a press release.