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Police, fire chiefs outline equipment, staffing and grant priorities as council reviews 2026 budget
Summary
During a focused budget review, the police chief sought funding for an electronic-sniffing canine (grant-funded with a $2,000 contingency), license-plate reader cameras, dispatch upgrades and vehicle replacements; Fire Chief Chappell explained a $500,000 overtime line, proposed third-party EMS QA (~$40,000), an AFG turnout-gear grant and station door improvements.
Tiffin's police and fire leadership outlined several priorities on Nov. 25 as the City Council reviewed the 2026 budget and discussed items to be finalized at a special Dec. 8 meeting.
Police budget highlights (presented by the police chief) included a request to add $2,000 in contingency funds tied to a $25,000 grant to acquire an electronic-sniffing canine; the chief said the grant will cover the dog, training, initial veterinary and equipment costs but asked for a small contingency for unforeseen vet visits and food. "I applied for and received a $25,000 grant…
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