News Conference: OIM Annual Report Briefing March 19, 2026

The City of Madison, Wisconsin held a news conference on March 19, 2026, to brief the public on the Office of the Independent Monitor's (OIM) annual report concerning police oversight. The interim independent police monitor, Aaramis Glass, and data analyst Greg Columbic presented findings highlighting issues such as underfunding of the oversight office, racial disparities in policing outcomes, and the use of disorderly conduct charges as a catch-all pretext. They discussed the backlog of cases, ongoing investigations, and the need for body-worn cameras, noting budget constraints as a key barrier. The briefing emphasized the importance of resources and alternatives to policing for vulnerable communities, and the monitor called for sustainable funding and enhanced tools to fulfill the office's mandate. No specific procurement actions, contract awards, or budget allocations were detailed during the meeting.