Police Department 2025 update and new position
Summary
The chief's annual report showed part-one crime down 18%, shootings down sharply versus historical averages, and only one murder in 2025 — but juvenile firearm arrests jumped 41%. Councilmembers praised the results while pressing for youth services, mental-health co-response, and building repairs.
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Last discussed Mar 23, 2026.
Impact analysis
The GIVE grant alone provides over $800,000 in staffing support; building repairs may figure in this year's budget.
All residents benefit from falling crime; unhoused individuals gained housing and services through Broadway foot-post outreach.
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City Council - Mar 23, 2026
The chief's annual report showed part-one crime down 18%, shootings down sharply versus historical averages, and only one murder in 2025 — but juvenile firearm arrests jumped 41%. Councilmembers praised the results while pressing for youth services, mental-health co-response, and building repairs.
City Council - Mar 19, 2026
The Police Department was set to present its 2025 update, and a separate resolution would add one Public Safety Attendant position to the department.
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