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Spokane Valley Police report net gain of 22 officers over 12 months; department says nearly fully staffed

2567732 · March 11, 2025
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Spokane Valley Police Chief Davells told the City Council on March 11 that the agency hired 45 officers over the past year (26 laterals, 19 entry-level) and reported a net gain of 22 officers after 23 separations; only three vacancies remained.

Spokane Valley Police Chief Davells updated council on recruiting and retention efforts during the March 11 meeting, saying the department hired 45 officers in the previous 12 months — 26 lateral hires and 19 entry-level recruits — while recording 23 separations (retirements, relocations, training non-completions and career changes). That produced a net gain…

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