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Police and fire outline vehicle and apparatus needs as board confronts large CIP and budget gaps
Summary
Police and Fire chiefs presented five‑year capital improvement plans that include fleet replacement, technology contracts, and long lead times for custom apparatus; both chiefs warned fiscal tradeoffs amid a multi‑million general fund gap and directors asked for clearer funding scenarios.
Police Chief Baker and Fire Chief Daryl Clark presented five‑year capital improvement plans during the Nov. 10 study session, outlining vehicle, technology and facility needs amid an ongoing city budget shortfall.
Chief Baker described a 2026 police package that includes annual payments for Axon technology (body‑worn and in‑car cameras, storage and related services), and vehicle purchases intended to place more cars on the street. He said the department…
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