Administration
The Administration topic covers everything from clerical behind-the-scenes tasks to departmental changes in policy. We offer strategies and tactics that have helped chiefs and sheriffs in agencies of any size to secure grants, assure that their trainers are top-notch and recruit the best young officers to join their ranks.
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“We need Narcan on the streets and in the jail so, obviously, it’s a concern to us when that supply may be cut off.”
“Now more than ever, these efforts are essential in maintaining our public safety workforce, and this investment will help us do that.”
Eleven officers were sworn in moments after the town manager pleaded with elected officials to delay the department’s launch
It is the first increase in the Seattle Police Department’s budget since the City Council began reducing funding in 2020
The measure, which would provide $300 million over five years to PDs with no more than 125 officers, was one of several policing bills passed
Chief Adrian Diaz and Mayor Harrell have already undertaken plans to tackle high-crime areas through hot-spot policing and recruiting
“By investing in our law enforcement agencies and peace officers, we’re investing in the safety of our citizens,” said Governor DeWine
“Each agency’s needs may be slightly different, but they share a common goal of creating safer communities and my office is proud to support them,” Gov. Mike DeWine said
The grant will assist law enforcement in identifying, arresting, and prosecuting violent crimes and prolific property crimes
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Three new safety measures include a communications tower, tactical equipment and ballistic shields
Federal money will allow communities to send mental health workers instead of police to incidents that involve non-violent behavioral health emergencies
Officials will offer raises for all officers, free healthcare and $30,000 in incentive payments for new hires
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In July, six officers accused the town manager of creating a toxic work environment in their resignation letters
The move comes as New Orleans struggles to cope with a diminishing force, low morale and increased response times
Effectively immediately, no more than one regular day off will be canceled per week for officers, except during certain holidays
According to the Inspector General’s office, 10% of CPD officers worked the long schedules in April and May
“Restoring the wages police officers deferred to ensure city services were not cut during the global pandemic is the right thing to do.”
“This policy change affirms BPD’s commitment to continuous improvement through policy changes and ongoing training that exceeds industry standards,” Chief Ed Alvarez said
“If our officers cannot be safe, then there’s no way that our city will be safe,” said New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell
“I encourage all eligible LE agencies to apply for this additional funding as we work together to keep all Texans safe,” Gov. Greg Abbott said
The Public Safety Officer Support Act supports first responders who experienced PTSD or died by suicide following exposure to certain traumatic events
U.S. District Judge Susie Morgan’s comments raised doubts that the city would soon be granted a reprieve from federal oversight
Your EIS can be a proactive tool to promote officer health and wellness, enhance transparency internally and externally, and help achieve agency goals
The mayor and police chief said the oversight places an unnecessary bureaucratic burden on a department short on personnel amid a boost in violent crime
“If you leave prior to two calendar years, you’re going to reimburse us,” said Police Chief Charlie Stiegelmeyer
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The team members will not be armed or drive in a police vehicle, but they will be trained in evidence documentation and filing of police reports
Lori Lightfoot’s speech during a graduation and promotion ceremony was met with criticism from the PD, the city’s leaders and fallen officers’ family members
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