WELCOME TO ACTS!
The Alliance of Communities Transforming Syracuse (ACTS) is a grassroots, interfaith network advocating for social justice. We are voices striving for a more just and fair community that improves the quality of life for all.
Let's Get Out The Vote, Syracuse!
ACTS CLERGY CAUCUS PROTEST & VIGIL, JUNE 14, 2020 at CITY HALL
ACTS' LIST OF DEMANDS TO MAYOR WALSH:
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Monthly meetings to discuss benchmarks and progress of agenda.
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Implementation of a Citizens Review Board with subpoena power;
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Release of body camera footage within 48 hours of a police shootings;
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Review of the department’s Use of Force Continuum;
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Immediate firing and full prosecution of Officers in direct violation of the Color of Law;
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Ongoing Diversity and Sensitivity training for all officers with visible certification for public view (patch or maker on uniform or patrol cars);
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Full cooperation from the State Attorney’s Office to prosecute cops who violate law;
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Complete transparency throughout the investigative internal affairs process;
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Elimination and ban of “no knock warrants,” “knee holds,” and “choke holds”;
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Full funding of Community Based Policing Initiatives;
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Support for bail reform; and
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Immediate investigation of known corrupt officers who have a history of police brutality against citizens of color in black communities.
