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Millville approves first reading to add two police lieutenants after public debate
Summary
The Millville Board of Commissioners approved on first reading an ordinance to add two lieutenant positions to the Millville Police Department, 4-1, after public comment and commissioners' debate over cost, supervision and timing. A second reading will be scheduled before final adoption.
The Millville Board of Commissioners voted 4-1 on first reading to add two lieutenant positions in the Millville Police Department, advancing an ordinance that drew public comment and a split among commissioners over cost and timing.
The ordinance (first reading, item 2) was approved by roll call: Commissioner Hewitt (yes), Vice Mayor William Watson (yes), Commissioner Kasabian (yes), Commissioner Sui (no) and Mayor Romanek (yes). The vote moves the measure to a second reading and a final vote at a later meeting.
Supporters, including Vice Mayor Watson, told the commission the positions respond to chronic supervisory gaps in the department and were…
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