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Council declines feasibility study for a city police department, opts to remain with county sheriff contract
Summary
After public comment and staff analysis highlighting high startup and operating costs, the council voted (4–1) to continue contracting with the LA County Sheriff rather than fund a feasibility study for a local police department. Councilmember Suarez voted no.
The Lawndale City Council voted to remain under its contract with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and declined to authorize an immediate feasibility study into creating a municipal police department.
Staff framed the proposal as a council-direction question after a resident, Juan Granalos, suggested exploring a local police force. Staff noted substantial additional costs that would accompany a local department — including a…
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