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Commissioner raises concern about access to police chief before budget vote; mayor points to administrator protocol; hiring events announced
Summary
Commissioner Ward said a request to meet privately with the police chief before the budget vote was denied; the mayor said commissioners should submit written questions to the city administrator. Commissioners also discussed school safety and the city announced police hiring events and a budget hearing date.
Commissioner Ward told the West Palm Beach City Commission on Sept. 2 that a request for a private meeting with the police chief before the city’s budget vote was denied. Ward said the meeting was sought to better understand police staffing and budget needs. “When he first came, we discussed having more open communication... My request was denied,” Ward said, adding she intended to pursue answers in a public forum if necessary.
Mayor (unnamed in the record) responded by reminding commissioners of the city’s administrative protocol: “If you have information you need to make a…
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