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Bay City Commission directs manager to develop public-safety policy restricting no‑knock warrants
Summary
The Bay City City Commission voted to send a resolution directing the city manager to develop a Department of Public Safety policy on serving warrants, including guidance on no‑knock warrants; the measure passed after extended discussion and a 7‑1 roll call vote.
The Bay City City Commission voted to direct the city manager to develop formal Department of Public Safety procedures governing how warrants are executed, including provisions addressing no‑knock warrants, after a lengthy public discussion and commission debate.
The measure, introduced by Commissioner Tenney and seconded by Commissioner Runberg, passed on a roll call of 7 yes, 1 no. Mayor Gerard cast the lone no vote.
Commissioners and members of the public debated the scope and effect of the resolution in several rounds. Supporters said the policy would codify current practices and add clarity for officers and the public. "This…
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