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Auburn mayor highlights police hiring, cameras and new forensics gear as safety priorities
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Mayor Nancy Backus told the State of the City audience Auburn is expanding the police force, deploying license-plate cameras and buying forensic equipment after a year with lower overall crime but persistent juvenile violence.
Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus said the city is expanding its public-safety capacity and investing in technology and crime-solving tools as it works to address residents' safety concerns.
“Many of you in Auburn right now feel unsafe,” Mayor Nancy Backus said, noting the city prioritized officer hiring and other measures after reports of graffiti, theft and violent crime. She said the Council approved 10 new commissioned officer positions this year's budget, bringing the total to 128…
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