Rochester Commons
Data Powered Change
Ongoing access to the City of Rochester's criminal justice data.
Commons is a community-driven data tool that shapes criminal justice policy.
Co-creation
Working with Community Leaders and the City of Rochester's Officials
When the public, police, prosecutors, and courts share and trust the same data, those data become the common ground for reform.

With the Commons Data Portal, we are taking a significant step toward greater transparency in our criminal justice system. Public access to accurate data not only fosters accountability but also strengthens our community's ability to collaborate on solutions that improve trust and fairness for all. By partnering with Measures for Justice, we can work together to create positive change and ensure a stronger, more thriving Rochester.
Chief David M. Smith, Rochester Police Department
Rochester, New York

As a community advocate, my mission is to ensure transparency between the government agencies that serve our communities and the people they protect. In Rochester, fostering trust and open communication is key. Transparency goes beyond sharing data—it's about making that data meaningful and accessible. When community members and government agencies work together with a shared commitment to openness, we create an environment where policies and practices are accountable and where all members of our community can thrive with a sense of safety and equity.
Julio Jordan, Director of Diversity, Equity, Justice, and Inclusion, Ibero-American Action League, Inc
Rochester, New York