Clinton council work session flags police recruitment challenges, canine replacement and fire equipment needs
Apr 14, 2026
Apr 14, 2026
At a April 14 work session, Clinton public safety leaders told councilors the police department is experiencing turnover and difficulty recruiting seasoned officers, the canine unit recently retired and needs donor support for a replacement, and the fire department is saving for a ladder truck and must buy Phase II–compliant radios.
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Police and fire leaders told the Clinton City Council during an April 14 work session that staffing and equipment demands will shape the city’s coming budget decisions.
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