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Mullins police report new hires and plan cloud-based records system to share data, boost efficiency
Summary
Police Chief Phil Mostowski told the city council on May 12 that the department hired two certified officers and one uncertified officer headed to the Police Academy on May 27; he also said the department plans to move to a cloud-based records management system expected to improve interoperability and save about $4,800 annually.
Police Chief Phil Mostowski told Mullins City Council on May 12 that the department recently hired two certified officers and one uncertified officer who is scheduled to attend the Police Academy on May 27, 2026, and that interviews for additional positions are ongoing.
Chief Mostowski also reported plans to transition to a cloud-based records management system. He said the new system would enable interoperability and data-sharing with neighboring municipalities and potentially Marion County agencies, and that the department estimates the change will produce annual savings of about $4,800 while improving operational efficiency.
On crime trends, the chief presented preliminary observations that reported incidents are down compared with the prior year. The department attributed progress to increased community engagement, improved follow-up procedures and continued public-awareness efforts, including the 'See Something, Say Something' initiative. The report did not include detailed crime statistics or a formal analytical presentation at this meeting.
No formal votes or staffing ordinances were recorded; the update was informational and next steps included continuing hiring interviews and moving forward with the records management transition.
