Constable requests $3,200 to outfit deputies with county-issued holsters
Constable Precinct 2 asked commissioners for a one-time $3,200 to buy duty holsters and magazine pouches for himself and three deputies, arguing county-issued gear reduces liability and aids retention; commissioners said participation by other constables would be voluntary and asked for contract/bid details before approval.
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Constable Precinct 2 requested a one-time $3,200 appropriation to outfit himself and three deputy constables with department-issued duty holster rigs and magazine pouches, about $800 per officer. The constable said current practice leaves officers buying their own duty rigs and associated equipment and argued county-issued gear would reduce long-term liability and improve hiring and retention.
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