City Council blocks MPD funding for projectile launchers, approves civilian oversight committee

Madison City Council members voted on a civilian oversight committee and equipment funding for the Madison Police Department during Tuesday’s Common Council meeting.  The Council blocked $50,000 in funding for projectile launchers and other “less lethal” police equipment the MPD used against protesters. In addition, they approved the implementation of a civilian review board and … Continue reading City Council blocks MPD funding for projectile launchers, approves civilian oversight committee