Chief Small presents enforcement updates, proposes hourly pay and equipment plan

Apr 8, 2026

Chief Small reported progress on building violations, outlined parking enforcement steps, proposed switching to an hourly pay model (≈500 hours annually), and requested equipment access via an MOU with the county sheriff while seeking grant funding for purchases.

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Chief Small presented a multi‑item public safety update, saying three properties with open building violations (one on First Street and two on Canal Street) are showing visible progress. He reported two warnings issued during a two‑hour parking enforcement block on Canal Street and said warnings would continue for roughly one more month before formal two‑hour parking citations begin.

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