Cincinnati Police Department

The plans come after a recent, outside report found Cincinnati police officers stopped Black residents at significantly disproportionate rates over the last 15 years.

The analysis is an addendum to a report issued by police reform advocacy group, Campaign Zero, last month.

City officials say they have concerns about its methodology and conclusions, but stressed they take fairness in policing seriously.

Cincinnati's city manager dismissed the chief Thursday, citing "insubordination, inefficiency, and unsatisfactory performance."

The report describes Police Chief Teresa Theetge's leadership as "rigid and authoritarian," criticizes her communication, and says she struggles to accept accountability.

While all general fund departments have been asked to estimate a 5.1% cut to address a nearly $30 million deficit in the next city budget, that level of cuts is not likely for public safety.

Cincinnati officials are responding to what police say was disruptive and unruly behavior, including around The Banks entertainment zone, following Thursday's Opening Day festivities.

The partnership between the Ohio Attorney General’s Office and the local U.S. Attorney’s Office is focused on prosecuting violent crime.

CPD Chief Teresa Theetge has been on paid leave since October while a local law firm hired by the city conducts an investigation into the effectiveness of her leadership.

Council members questioned the cost-effectiveness of the nearly $400,000 spent on a curfew center where only four teens were sent.