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Council hears concerns about overnight coverage, considers adding an officer
Summary
Council received multiple requests to increase law enforcement staffing after residents said town coverage gaps and enforcement levels are insufficient; the marshal and council said the issue is under discussion but no hiring decision was made.
Multiple council members and residents said they have heard concerns about law enforcement coverage and enforcement, especially at night, and asked whether the town should hire another officer or use part‑time personnel. "We're requesting another officer. We feel like we're short staffed," one resident said, describing multiple reports from business owners and neighbors about enforcement gaps.
The marshal and council noted some officers live in town and that overtime and on‑call scheduling have been used to fill gaps, and said the matter is under discussion with the town manager. A councilor noted one officer had surgery and will be out for several weeks, increasing short‑term staffing strain. No motion to hire or add funded positions was taken at the meeting.
