8-county Greater Rochester region

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to improve the culture of decision-making and establish a more equitable, inclusive, and vital 8-county region.

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The University of Chicago Crime Lab and RIT’s Center for Public Safety Initiatives
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Resources

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Community Indicators

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Community Impact

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Common Questions

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Narratives

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