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Council reviews police substation options after data shows elevated violent crime in Kentfield
Summary
Staff presented substation cost estimates and crime data for several candidate locations; Kentfield showed the highest violent‑crime rates in 2025 while Van Buskirk recorded high property crime. Residents urged follow‑through on a previously promised Western Ranch substation; council asked for more outreach and data and left decisions for a future action.
City staff and the Stockton Police Department presented updated options and cost estimates for neighborhood police substations during the March 31 meeting, and the discussion prompted strong public reaction from neighborhoods that have sought promised facilities.
Deputy City Manager Will Crew outlined site options and one‑time and ongoing cost estimates ranging from roughly $33,000 to $69,000 in start‑up items and modest annual…
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