In the summer of 2021, UW-Madison’s UniverCity Alliance and the Village of Waunakeecollaborated on several projects surrounding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. One focus area wasthe Waunakee Police Department, as more equitable and progessive policing has increasinglybecome a topic relevant both on the national stage and in Waunakee. This report is the product ofthe research produced; a survey of recommendations and literature surrounding progressivepolicing in an attempt to inform decisions made about policing in upcoming years, followingpolice accreditation, an initial step in creating a progressive police department. Therecommendations to follow address some additional measures the Waunakee Police Departmentcould take to continue their commitment to serving all people with “respect, fairness, andcompassion,” per their mission statement.
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