Police staffing shortage
Summary
The police chief said the department is down three officers and hasn't been fully staffed in eight years, with constant recruiting just to hold even. It came up during the early retirement debate as a reason officers can't be offered the incentive now.
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Last discussed Jan 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
Overtime is being used to cover shifts while vacancies persist.
Residents if staffing is eventually restored to enable a fourth patrol beat.
Officers covering vacancies through overtime; residents with slower response capability.
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