Council Republicans Unveil Common-Sense Public Safety Proposals
Friday, August 8, 2025
This week, the City-County Council’s Republican caucus rolled out three common-sense public safety proposals designed to enhance safety, accountability, and operational effectiveness. You can read their proposals here.
Here’s what people are saying…
WTHR: Indianapolis City-County Council Republican caucus pushes for stricter juvenile curfew rules
Fervent Prayer Church lead pastor James Jackson said fines for curfew violations could lead to a safer community while holding parents accountable for their kids.
"When you start proposing or implementing curfews that include financial fines, it gets people's attention," Jackson said.
Fraternal Order of Police President, Rick Snyder: “COMMON SENSE SOLUTIONS for Complex Problems These are No-Brainer Moves that make a Real Difference #Bold #NonPartisan #FixIt #ThankU”
WFYI: Republican councilors call for parental fines, more police authority after youth shooting
Axios: Council GOP pushes to remove residency requirement for city employees
⏰ Mark Your Calendar for the Marion County Republican Party’s Lincoln Day Dinner!
The Marion County Republican Party is hosting a Lincoln Day Dinner! Stay tuned for more details.
What We're Reading
PACK THE PANTRY: Pike Township Trustee’s Office calls on the community to help fill an emergency food pantry.
Among the key items needed are rice, beans, cereal, macaroni and cheese, and crackers —essentially, anything that can help prepare meals for families.
Drop off food items at Pike Township Trustee’s Office, located at 5665 Lafayette Rd, Suite C, Indianapolis, IN 46254 [Open Monday-Friday 9 AM - 3 PM]. Read more here.
Mirror Indy:Indy councilors got $1 million in the last budget. How are they spending it?
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