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Council hears police push for reserves and a city fuel station to boost emergency readiness
Summary
Police chief unveiled a reserve officer program, firearm and body‑camera upgrades and a proposal for a city‑owned fueling station funded partly by FEMA mitigation dollars; staff estimated a one‑time capital cost of roughly $75,000–$150,000 depending on scope and recommended getting quotes and leveraging FEMA funds.
Police and public‑safety issues dominated a sizable portion of the work session as the department described near‑term equipment needs, a reserve officer plan and an operational fuel strategy to reduce cost and improve emergency resilience.
The police chief said the department will shift from multiple part‑time officers toward a reserve program of roughly eight to ten trained volunteers to reduce overtime and support events; he estimated a one‑time equipment and vest cost of about…
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