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Stockton police outline phased plan for South Stockton substations; council asks staff for 60‑day funding and implementation plan
Summary
Stockton Police presented a three‑phase plan to open temporary storefront substations in Western Ranch and Sierra Vista, with a longer‑term "bridge center" concept. Preliminary cost options ranged from about $1.1M to $3.3M; council asked staff to return in about 60 days with a fiscally realistic implementation plan and potential partner support.
Stockton Police presented a phased plan on June 24 to reintroduce local storefront substations in South Stockton neighborhoods identified by community leaders and Vice Mayor Lee.
Captain Annabelle Morris outlined three phases: (1) establish temporary storefront substations in Western Ranch and Sierra Vista (walk‑in services, community engagement and crime reporting assistance); (2) operational assessment (service outcomes, resident input and staffing needs); and (3) conceptual development of a permanent public safety bridge center that would co‑locate police services, youth programming and partner services. "These substations are intended to function as community access points for police services," Captain Morris said during her presentation.
Staff provided preliminary fiscal estimates for build‑out and outfitting that ranged roughly from $1.1 million to $3.3 million depending on the option chosen and square footage; recurring staffing and operating costs were shown separately. Captain Morris said, if a location were identified, the department could staff temporary sites quickly but would need city direction on funding, facilities and vehicle/equipment needs.
Council debate focused on three issues: whether to reassign existing officers or add positions, how to pay for infrastructure and outfitting, and whether Fire Station 5 or privately leased storefront space would be appropriate first‑phase options. Vice Mayor Lee and several council members emphasized community trust and argued substations could improve long‑term prevention and detection through relationship building. Residents and community leaders from Western Ranch and Sierra Vista strongly supported the plan and urged quick implementation.
Direction and next steps: Council directed staff to return with a detailed fiscal and implementation plan in about 60 days that identifies locations, partner contributions (housing authority, nonprofit property partners), one‑time outfitting costs, ongoing service costs and staffing models. The department said it could provide staffing if a site were identified but that vehicles, computers, wiring and security would require additional funding or reprioritization.
