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Prescott Police outlines staffing, accreditation and new technology after budget increase
Summary
Police leaders reported budgeted increases tied to Proposition 4 7 8, described recruitment and accreditation work, and highlighted technology and wellness investments including a new 'recharge' room funded by the Police Foundation.
Prescott Police Department leaders updated the City Council on staffing, accreditation, recruitment and new operational tools made possible in part by resources tied to Proposition 4 7 8 and city budget decisions.
Deputy Chief John Brambilla said the department’s overall budget is roughly $20 million and that personnel remain the largest share of costs. He reported the department’s authorized sworn positions are 93 while current sworn staffing is 79; leaders said they are testing monthly and recruiting laterals to close the gap.
Why it matters: Additional sworn positions and capital investments affect patrol coverage, traffic enforcement and specialty units. The department tied several recent innovations — a regional training academy partnership that yields college credits, license‑plate readers and other field technology — to improved case clearance and program efficiency.
Major details - Staffing and hires:…
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