City Announces Plan for Police Redistricting
On May 9th, City Manager Sheryl Long announced that the City will move to four police districts at the end of 2023 when the lease on the current District 5 facility expires.
“After months of planning, data analysis, and discussions with Police leadership, we’ve determined that shifting from five total districts to four is the best permanent solution for the department going forward,” said City Manager Sheryl Long. “We’re not going to kick the can down the road or continue putting our officers in a temporary workspace. After careful analysis and lots of conversation, we’re confident that this is a long-term solution that will benefit everyone.”
This decision is based on several data points, including calls for service (all and weapon-related), crime (violent and property), population, and optimal staffing analyses.
“Under my leadership, CPD will continuously evaluate our organizational structure and overall performance to ensure that we are delivering the best police services to those who count on us. As mentioned by City Manager Long, this decision was reached after careful consideration of key data points, providing long-term stability for CPD’s workforce, and to allow for future growth of our communities and the Cincinnati Police Department,” said Police Chief Teresa Theetge. “As we all prepare for the closing of District Five, rest assured that there will be no interruption in police services and our remaining Police Districts will continue to be accessible to all.”
Redistricting will not occur until the end of 2023. When it does, communities currently assigned to District 5 will be reassigned to other districts. College Hill, Mt. Airy, Northside, and Camp Washington will be reassigned to District 3. Winton Hills, Spring Grove Village, and Clifton will be reassigned to District 4. CUF will be reassigned to District 1.
This was an opportunity to reassign other communities, not in District 5, to create more equitable service delivery citywide. As a result, Mt. Auburn will move from District 4 to District 1. Walnut Hills will be reassigned from District 4 to District 2. And Mt. Adams will be reassigned from District 1 to the Central Business Section.
Redistricting will not result in any job loss or demotions. Officers will be reassigned to new districts and facilities will be upgraded where needed to accommodate the new staffing assignments.
The City will host two upcoming town halls to answer questions and speak directly to the public about the changes.
June 7
6:00-7:30 p.m.
College Hill Recreation Center
5545 Belmont Ave.
June 27
6:00-7:30 p.m.
Winton Hills Recreation Center
5170 Winneste Ave.
Police Redistricting Plan
| Neighborhood | Previous District | New District |
|---|---|---|
| College Hill | D5 | D3 |
| Mt. Airy | D5 | D3 |
| Northside | D5 | D3 |
| Camp Washington | D5 | D3 |
| Winton Hills | D5 | D4 |
| Spring Grove Village | D5 | D4 |
| Clifton | D5 | D4 |
| CUF | D5 | D1 |
| Mt. Auburn | D4 | D1 |
| Walnut Hills | D4 | D2 |
| Mt. Adams | D1 | CBS |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the Cincinnati Police Department redistricting?
The lease for the current District 5 facility expires at the end of the year (December 31, 2023). As a result, City leaders have spent months reviewing key data points to determine how to best deploy resources to deliver quality service to the public while providing good working environments to police officers. This careful review shows shifting from five total districts to four is the best permanent solution for the department.
What neighborhoods are being reassigned?
- College Hill, Mt. Airy, Northside, and Camp Washington will move from District 5 to District 3
- Winton Hills, Spring Grove Village, and Clifton will move from District 5 to District 4
- CUF will move from District 5 to District 1
- Mt. Auburn will move from District 4 to District 1
- Walnut Hills will move from District 4 to District 2
- Mt. Adams will move from District 1 to the Central Business Section (CBS)
What information did you use to inform how neighborhoods are reassigned?
The decision follows a comprehensive review of data and several important factors, including calls for service (violent, non-violent, and proactive), response times, spatial distance calculations, number of crimes (with particular focuses on violent and property crimes), population volume and density, and optimal staffing levels.
When will redistricting take effect?
The end of 2023.
Will it take longer for police officers to respond in communities that are being reassigned?
Police services will not be impacted by this restructuring plan. Response times have been carefully analyzed to assure efficiency and adequate response to emergencies.
What will happen to the current District 5 building?
Cincinnati Police leases the building. The lease expires December 31, 2023.
Are the current district buildings large enough to handle more staff?
Officers will be reassigned to new districts depending on calls for service. Officers will provide their district and preference and assignments will be given via seniority. Facilities will be upgraded where needed to accommodate the new staffing assignments.