Summary
The police department has grown from 41 to 59 officers in a building at max capacity — locker rooms, evidence storage and workspaces are all strained. A rental option requires a decision by June 1; the board expressed hesitation about the cost.
At a glance
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Last discussed Mar 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
The preferred rental would cost roughly $72,000 per year in recurring lease payments.
Police officers and the public benefit from adequate facilities and evidence storage.
Taxpayers bear the recurring lease cost if approved.
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