Police oversight charter amendment

A pastor and former police advisory board member said the CAB became performative and urged a strong, independent monitor via charter amendment.

Described a DoorDash worker being called a 'tweaker' by an officer and argued independent oversight would improve police-community interactions.

Argued misconduct settlements drain money from streets, youth programs, and mental health response, and asked for a fully resourced independent monitor.

A soon-to-be grandmother said she fears for her grandson's future and asked the council to adopt the independent monitor amendment.

Cited $46 million in payouts over 14 months and the Equality Indicators use-of-force scores in urging adoption.

Laid out seven criteria for a robust independent monitor's office and asked the council to adopt the amendment.

Invoked 'who watches the watchmen' and cited $41 million in wrongful conviction settlements in backing the monitor.

A pastor and decade-long police advisory board member said the CAB and an independent monitor can and should coexist.

An artist and daughter of a police brutality survivor urged accountability so Tulsa's culture and people can thrive.

A business owner and transplant said independent oversight is a best practice that supports Tulsa's growth and asked the council to let voters decide.

A clinical social worker cited the Michael Glunt shooting and urged the amendment so mental health calls get care, not lethal force.

Cited $5 million in recent settlements and asked for an independent, community-centered monitor.

A new mother and child care provider said her car was broken into three times without police follow-up and urged adoption of the monitor.

An attorney said TPD investigating itself makes no sense and urged a yes vote on creating the monitor.

A District 7 resident returning to Tulsa said $41 million in misconduct payouts is unsustainable and backed the amendment.