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Police training: council weighs regional training center buy‑in after vendor raises capital request
Summary
Police and staff briefed council on a larger‑than‑expected proposed buy‑in and annual fee for the Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center (Gripstick), and requested a detailed cost breakdown before any FY26 decision.
El Mirage’s police chief and budget staff described an updated cost proposal from the Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center (Gripstick) that would require a larger initial contribution than previously estimated.
Chiefs and staff explained the city currently uses regional training facilities and that access has tightened as other agencies build or expand their own centers. Historically the city’s anticipated annual contribution had been approximately $259,000 (spread over five years in a prior model), but…
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