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POLICE TRANSPARENCY OVERVIEW
The South Bend Police Department’s data transparency page was first created in 2016 and has evolved over the last few years. This latest version is the result of our continuous initiative to use resident feedback to make the user experience better! You can find all the same great information of the previous transparency hub and more.
Use this space to access and analyze raw data, as well as to explore interactive visuals that provide context and help you interpret information about your Police Department and our community.
POLICE DATA CATEGORIES
Below are the Police data pages containing dasboards, maps, and links to relevant data. Select a category to navigate to its page.
- Incident dashboard
- Crime definitions
- Maps
- Use of force
- Commendations
- Complaints
- Recruitment stages
- Demographics
- Training data
SOUTH BEND POLICE DEPARTMENT POLICIES
Below are direct links to written policies of the South Bend Police Department.
- Use of Force
- Body Worn Cameras
- Vehicle Pursuits
- Automatic License Plate Readers
- Public Safety Video System
- Facial Recognition Technology
- SBPD Policy Manual
POLICE INITIATIVES
Quarterly Public Safety Updates
In 2022 the Mayor and Police Chief began providing regular public safety updates to local media and residents. These updates share data, highlight public safety strategies, and create dialogue on how the City is addressing gun violence.
2022 Quarter 1
2022 Quarter 2
2022 Quarter 3
2022 Quarter 4
2023 Quarter 1
2023 Quarter 2
2023 Quarter 3
2023 Quarter 4
Relationship-Based Policing
Relationship-based policing focuses on developing a relationship between residents and the officers they interact with to increase connectivity and engagement.
Relationship-Based Policing Strategic Plan – Full
Relationship-Based Policing One-Pager
“The most important call you’ll ever be on, is the one you’re on.”
Department Organizational Restructure
In 2016, the South Bend Police Department consulted with The Riseling Group for a review of the Department’s organizational structure.
To view the final report, click here.
To learn about the changes that the South Bend Police Department is making, click here.
21st Century Policing
21CP Solutions helps law enforcement agencies and communities to address modern challenges of policing.
In 2019, the City of South Bend tasked 21CP with conducting an assessment of the South Bend Police Department, focusing on six primary areas. 21CP developed a comprehensive report of recommendations for reform that can serve as an immediate roadmap for improvement. The full report was released in July of 2020.
To read the full report from 21CP, click here.
The areas of focus included:
- Use of Force & De-Escalation
- Body-Worn Cameras
- Bias-Free Policing
- Accountability
- Community Engagement & Participation
- Officer Well-Being, Recruitment, Retention & Developing the Narrative.
Details on City actions in response to the 21CP recommendations can be found in the:
21CP Update Presentation, which provides a high level overview of work and accomplishments.
21CP Companion Document, which provides details on City actions to address each of the individual 21CP recommendations.
LOOKING FOR THE BOARD OF PUBLIC SAFETY?
The Board of Public Safety acts as the administrative agency for the South Bend Police and Fire Departments. The Board of Public Safety has exclusive control over the following:
- Adopting policies applicable to the Police and Fire Departments
- Adopting general and special orders to the Police and Fire Departments
- Approving the employment and training of police officers and firefighters
- Swearing in of police officers and firefighters upon completion of training
- Disciplinary actions for police officers and firefighters
- Approving police and fire coverage to newly annexed or other areas
Othe Information on the Board of Public Safety’s Page:
- The Discpline Matrix
- Community Action Groups
- Public Safety Q&A
Find their page here.
Access the board’s meeting schedule, agendas and other documentation here.
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FEATURED UPDATES
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City Accepting Applications for 2024 Curb & Sidewalk Reimbursement Program
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Linden Avenue Streetscape Project to Begin Monday, March 18
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Western – Lafayette Intersection Closed for Emergency Water Main Repair
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Portage Avenue to Close Monday, March 11
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Angela Boulevard to Close Monday, January 29
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City Asks Customers to Complete Survey on Water Service Line Material
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City Reminds Residents of Trash Bin Removal, Sidewalk Clearance in Snow Conditions
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City Announces Trash Pickup Schedule for Week of January 15
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City to Offer Free Christmas Tree Recycling
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City Releases EV Infrastructure Plan
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City Awarded $1.87M to Grow South Bend’s Urban Forest
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City Launches Vacant Building Credit Enhancement Fund
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City to Share Plans for New Fire Station on May 4
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City Announces Hydrant Flushing Program
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City Accepting Applications for 2023 Lamppost Lighting Program
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City Accepting Applications for 2023 Curb & Sidewalk Reimbursement Program
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Mayor James Mueller State of the City 2023 Remarks
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Portage Avenue to Close Monday, February 20
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City Announces Neighborhood Traffic Calming Meetings
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City Announces Trash Pickup Schedule for Week of January 16
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Western – Lafayette Intersection Closed for Emergency Water Main Repair
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Linden Avenue Streetscape Project to Begin Monday, March 18
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City Accepting Applications for 2024 Curb & Sidewalk Reimbursement Program
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Portage Avenue to Close Monday, March 11
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Angela Boulevard to Close Monday, January 29
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City Asks Customers to Complete Survey on Water Service Line Material
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City Reminds Residents of Trash Bin Removal, Sidewalk Clearance in Snow Conditions
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City Announces Trash Pickup Schedule for Week of January 15
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City to Offer Free Christmas Tree Recycling
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City Releases EV Infrastructure Plan
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City Awarded $1.87M to Grow South Bend’s Urban Forest
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City Launches Vacant Building Credit Enhancement Fund
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City to Share Plans for New Fire Station on May 4
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City Announces Hydrant Flushing Program
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City Accepting Applications for 2023 Lamppost Lighting Program
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City Accepting Applications for 2023 Curb & Sidewalk Reimbursement Program
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Mayor James Mueller State of the City 2023 Remarks
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Portage Avenue to Close Monday, February 20
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City Announces Neighborhood Traffic Calming Meetings
-
City Announces Trash Pickup Schedule for Week of January 16
-
Portage Avenue to Close Monday, March 11
-
Linden Avenue Streetscape Project to Begin Monday, March 18
-
City Accepting Applications for 2024 Curb & Sidewalk Reimbursement Program
-
Western – Lafayette Intersection Closed for Emergency Water Main Repair
-
Angela Boulevard to Close Monday, January 29
-
City Asks Customers to Complete Survey on Water Service Line Material
-
City Reminds Residents of Trash Bin Removal, Sidewalk Clearance in Snow Conditions
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City Announces Trash Pickup Schedule for Week of January 15
-
City to Offer Free Christmas Tree Recycling
-
City Releases EV Infrastructure Plan
-
City Awarded $1.87M to Grow South Bend’s Urban Forest
-
City Launches Vacant Building Credit Enhancement Fund
-
City to Share Plans for New Fire Station on May 4
-
City Announces Hydrant Flushing Program
-
City Accepting Applications for 2023 Lamppost Lighting Program
-
City Accepting Applications for 2023 Curb & Sidewalk Reimbursement Program
-
Mayor James Mueller State of the City 2023 Remarks
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Portage Avenue to Close Monday, February 20
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City Announces Neighborhood Traffic Calming Meetings
-
City Announces Trash Pickup Schedule for Week of January 16