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Police and fire officials press for staff increases as overtime and grant changes shift costs
Summary
Police chief cited rising overtime tied to events and court work and proposed higher starting pay and additional officers; fire chief said SAFER grant positions are now in the general fund, the ladder truck is aging and the department is pursuing training partnerships with local schools.
Police and fire leaders told the council the public‑safety budget pressures stem from rising overtime, changing grant support and aging apparatus.
Police chief said the department has stepped up overtime to cover events, court requirements and increased arrests and recommended raising starting officer pay to about $74,000 to remain competitive. "In the desired budget, my recommendation was to raise a starting pay to 74,000 for officers," he said, and asked council to consider…
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