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Lebanon police outline staffing gains, traffic enforcement plans and ongoing jail closure concerns

3547761 · May 7, 2025
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Police Chief Frank Stephenson reported improved staffing levels but said the city's jail remained closed; the department plans dedicated traffic enforcement, electronic ticketing and a drone program.

Lebanon Police Chief Frank Stephenson told the Budget Committee the department has rebounded from previous vacancies and now has two open sworn positions: one police officer and one dispatcher. The improved staffing levels allow the department to designate an officer for traffic enforcement and to restore a full detective unit.

Stephenson said the department plans technology investments to improve operations, including wider…

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