Committee advances database contract for Akron police oversight office after 4–1 vote

Jun 15, 2026

The Budget and Finance Committee voted 4–1 to send a favorable report to council for an ordinance authorizing a contract with West Publishing to provide a case‑management and database system for the Akron Citizens Police Oversight Board and the Office of the Independent Police Auditor.

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At a meeting of the Budget and Finance Committee, members voted 4–1 to advance an ordinance that would authorize the mayor to contract with West Publishing Corporation to supply a case‑management and analytical database for the Akron Citizens Police Oversight Board (CPOB) and the Office of the Independent Police Auditor.

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