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Select Board approves police detail rate increase to align with neighboring cities
Summary
The Select Board approved a raise in police detail rates to match Boston and Newton, keeping the town's 10% administrative cut unchanged; the town expects detail revenue to increase.
The Select Board unanimously approved a change to the town’s police detail rates after a presentation by the chief of police.
The chief (identified as “Chief Faster” in the meeting) told the board the update brings Brookline’s rates into alignment with neighboring jurisdictions, specifically Boston and Newton, with which Brookline has reciprocal arrangements for detail officers. "This brings us in alignment with our surrounding communities, specifically Boston and the city of Newton," the chief said.
Financial impact: Department leaders told the board the town’s administrative cut (10%) will remain unchanged, so the change should increase revenue that flows to the town while keeping town‑paid overtime costs for internal needs unaffected.
Board discussion and vote: Select Board members asked whether the rate adjustment would generate additional revenue for municipal services; the chief confirmed the town expects increased detail revenue. The board voted unanimously to approve the rate change.
