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Forest Park council approves Thomson Reuters subscription after privacy questions
Summary
The council voted to renew a subscription for an investigative data service (referred to in discussion as 'Clear' / Thomson Reuters) after commissioners sought audit records and clearer local policies on access and data use.
The Village of Forest Park council on Sept. 8 approved a subscription renewal agreement with Thomson Reuters for an investigative-clearinghouse service, following extended discussion about privacy safeguards and audit procedures.
Commissioner Vogue said she was concerned about privacy and asked for details about how the police use the tool and how residents’ data are protected. "I'm personally until I have more information, I'm a little bit concerned about approving this at this time," she said, requesting Chief Gross’s audit records and clearer policy guidance for public review.
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