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Bexley police outline staffing, K‑9 vehicle and slowdown initiatives in 2026 budget review
Summary
Chief Lewis told council the department has 33 officers, wants a new education-and-outreach officer and requested capital for a dedicated K‑9 vehicle, speed-warning trailer(s) and security bollards. The items were presented as priorities in the second-reading budget discussion.
Bexley — The police department used Tuesday’s budget second-reading to press several staffing and capital priorities that officials say are aimed at recruitment, community outreach and public safety.
Chief Lewis said the department currently lists 33 sworn officers, with some out on extended light duty or disability, and described plans to create an education-and-outreach police officer role focused on youth engagement and school partnerships. The chief said the new role would free the…
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