Minneapolis file 2026-01025, before the Minneapolis City Council. Passed as of 2026-09-25.
Latest action: Published
Police misconduct investigations get outside help for two years The city will pay Grant Thornton up to $2.03 million to help the police department's internal affairs unit review supervisors and investigate officer complaints through September 2028.
Outside review may shape how police handle misconduct cases Bringing in an outside firm to assist internal affairs could change how the police department conducts investigations and reviews supervisory decisions, potentially affecting the speed and thoroughness of misconduct cases.
Outsiders advising on investigations may not replace independent review The contract provides advisory support to the police department's own internal affairs unit, not an independent external investigation team, so final decisions on discipline remain within the department.
Authorizing a contract withGrant Thornton Advisors,LLC, in the amount not to exceed$2,030,000,for a two(2) year term,October1, 2026, through September 30, 2028,with the option to extend the contract forone(1) additional year,to provideassistance in completing supervisory reviews and investigative support as needed for the Minneapolis Police Department Internal Affairs Division.
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