Police Chief Stout briefed the Board of Works on department operations, training and personnel. He described a new Caliber reporting dashboard that lists every call arriving through dispatch and said the monthly report will now include that format.

Stout announced two recent hires have completed background checks and will officially start Aug. 24; he said the new officers will complete paperwork, uniform ordering and a 40‑hour pre‑basic course at the start of employment.

On enforcement, Stout described a recent investigation and traffic stop that produced a “very large” seizure, saying his officers recovered "5 ounces of cocaine" during the operation. He characterized the seizure as a “big win” for the department.

On fleet and budgeting, Stout reviewed the SRO vehicle lease: the department can buy out the vehicle after three years for $30,000. He said $70,000 remains in a line item and that the department plans to encumber $30,000 for the buyout next year; fleet management or budget processes may require adjustments.

Stout also said he has opened the captain’s position internally; two sergeants would be eligible for promotion and, if promoted, would create a sergeant vacancy. Applications for supervisory ranks are due on the fifth of next month; no formal promotions were completed at this meeting.

Separately, Stout requested a purchase order be issued so equipment for new patrol cars can be ordered with an expected 16‑week build window; he said the vendor needs a purchase order to order equipment and avoid additional delays after vehicle delivery.

Board members did not take formal votes on these administrative items; Stout provided the update and indicated follow‑up budgeting and personnel actions will proceed through internal processes.