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Greenbelt council authorizes three‑year subscription to Thomson Reuters CLEAR, residents ask for data-source details
Summary
The council approved a three‑year contract with Thomson Reuters for the CLEAR investigative database (total $15,737.28). Staff described investigative uses during a 30‑day trial; residents and some council members asked for information about proprietary data sources, access controls and metrics.
The Greenbelt City Council authorized a three‑year contract with Thomson Reuters for access to the CLEAR investigative database at a total cost of $15,737.28 (annual increases are built into the contract). The police department reported that a 30‑day trial produced actionable leads for several investigations and helped with identity verification and subpoenas.
Lieutenant Parsons told council members that CLEAR consolidates many…
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