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Police report: staffing near 40, community event drew about 40 people and National Night Out set for Aug. 5
Summary
Webster Groves police described recent retirements and recruitment progress, reviewed a community impact event estimated to have drawn 20 residents and 40–45 total participants, and outlined upcoming community events including National Night Out on Aug. 5.
Webster Groves police told the meeting the department recently had two retirements and is actively recruiting; the chief said staffing dipped to 43 officers and the department has tentatively offered one candidate pending a psychological exam as it works "to get to 40." Promotions are delayed because several promotion processes are interdependent.
The chief and staff recapped a recent community impact event the department organized. The chief estimated…
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