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Council narrowly approves resolution to remove police-staffing cap and pursue rebuilding steps
Summary
By a 6–5 vote the Burlington City Council approved a resolution directing steps to rebuild the Burlington Police Department, including removing the council’s numerical cap on sworn officers, directing administration review of lateral hiring and retention, and scheduling progress reports from the mayor’s office.
The Burlington City Council voted 6–5 on Jan. 27 to adopt a resolution titled “City Council commitment to rebuilding and reconciling with the Burlington Police Department.” The measure removes the council’s numerical cap on sworn officers and asks the administration to pursue recruitment, retention and facility improvements.
Councilor Shannon, the resolution’s mover, said the measure responds to recent declines in department experience and morale and urges a signal to…
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