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Watsonville officials report full police staffing, new tech and multiple public‑safety grants

City of Watsonville — Strategic Planning Workshop · May 5, 2025
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Summary

Police and fire outlined staffing gains and programs: police said the department is fully staffed, cited Flock and fleet cameras, and announced OTS and ABC grants totaling roughly $327,000 and $136,000; fire described paramedic sponsorships and recruitment progress.

Public‑safety leaders used the workshop to report on staffing, new technology and grant awards that they said have boosted operations.

Police presenters told council the department is effectively fully staffed after recent hires and returns: "We're fully staffed," one presenter said, adding that the department has adopted Flock camera…

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