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Sanford police report large drops in Part I crimes; commission to consider new FOP pay agreement at regular meeting
Summary
Chief Cecil Smith reported a 14.3% drop in Part I crimes in 2024 and further reductions year-to-date; commissioners praised community engagement and training. The commission was told an FOP agreement raising starting pay would be presented for approval at the regular meeting.
Sanford Police Chief Cecil Smith delivered the department’s annual overview at the June 9 work session, reporting reductions in Part I crimes and describing training, technology and community-outreach initiatives. Commissioners heard that the department earned re-accreditation with an “Excelsior” ranking and increased proactive enforcement, which the chief said contributed to the reductions.
Chief Smith said Part I crimes fell 14.3% in 2024 compared with 2023, and that…
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