It's time to revisit policing metrics to zero in on what's important, what the measures mean, and how data should be reported to the public.

ICMA managers and others share ideas in this article on how best to keep protests from turning violent.

Just a reminder that you can find resources and professional development experiences through ICMA to help your community address police and community relations.

Even a lawful and proper use of force can sometimes look bad when it is portrayed on video and in the media. As the expression goes: “Sometimes lawful, looks awful.”

Trust and confidence between the manager and police chief are key.

Build a respectful, supportive manager-chief relationship to ensure public trust and confidence.