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Mayor highlights 29 new officers, summer youth hiring push and pledges follow-up on Wichita Water Works fee waiver
Summary
At an off-site mayor’s briefing, officials celebrated the graduation of 29 Wichita police recruits, launched recruitment for 150 summer youth positions (applications open through Feb. 6), and heard a public question about a Sept. 14, 2024 vote to waive Wichita Water Works late fees; the mayor said he would consult staff.
At an off-site mayor's briefing at Central Community Church, the mayor (unnamed) and Council Member Joseph Shepherd highlighted personnel and community programs and answered public questions.
Police and personnel: The mayor announced that 29 recruits "now have become new Wichita police officers," noting recruits included local hires and people from other states and praising the police chief's recruitment and retention efforts.
Youth employment: The mayor described the 'Way to Work' summer youth employment…
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