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Council debates police staffing as chief reports increased call-taking and recruits

Village of Saint Charles Village Council · March 13, 2025
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Chief Oliver reported increased coverage hours, 105 self-initiated contacts and four applicants for an open night-shift position; councilors asked for comparisons to similarly sized towns while some residents questioned the need for additional officers.

Police Chief Oliver updated the council on February activity and staffing. He said February had at least one shift covered every day, produced 105 self-initiated contacts and 53 incident reports, and that the department had interviewed four applicants for an open night-shift position; two candidates had prior experience.

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