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Police committee debates purpose, committee size and hiring checks; cadet applicant to return to agenda
Summary
A Police Department Committee report prompted discussion about the committee's purpose and membership size, the process for police background checks and applicant tracking; Council requested that Fire Department cadet applicant Isaiah Dahlkoetter be placed back on the next agenda.
Neil VanBoening presented a report on a recent Police Department Committee meeting and summarized members’ interest in continuing the committee. The group discussed whether to retain nine members or reduce the committee to a smaller odd number; the council noted any membership change should result in an odd-numbered panel.
Committee members and residents asked for updates on the status of police applicants and whether there is a standard process for considering candidates. Mayor Collin Meints and Police Officer Mark Meints said hiring must follow the crime commission and that background checks are required. Council did not adopt new hiring rules at the meeting but agreed to follow established procedures.
Neil asked that approval of Fire Department cadet applicant Isaiah Dahlkoetter be placed back on the next council agenda for formal action.
No formal votes were taken on committee size or hiring policy during the meeting.
