CHICAGO (WLS) -- Touting crime is down, Chicago's top cop appeared before City Council members Wednesday. defending the department's proposed budget for next year.

While he wasn't off the hook, Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling's appearance before the City Council was a bit more relaxed than previous years as Snelling received praise for a continued reduction in crime numbers and clearance rates.

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"Community assistance has also played a major role in moving these investigations along, whether it be through tips or video evidence provided by residents," Snelling said.

Snelling appeared before City Council's Budget Committee to answer questions about the proposed $2.1 billion 2026 budget for the Chicago Police Department.

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