Springfield Police to focus next budget on training and traffic

When the Springfield Police present their proposed budget this week, Chief Ken Scarlette says the focus will be on training and traffic enforcement.
Scarlette says his overall spending request for the fiscal year that starts March 1st is actually down one-half of one-percent from the current allocation.
But he is seeking to increase headcount by one position, with the hiring of a new training officer to ensure that those on the force are properly trained.
Scarlette tells WMAY’s Greg Bishop that he’s also increasing the focus on traffic enforcement in response to citizen concerns about roadway safety.

The City Council will review the police department proposal at a budget hearing Thursday evening at 5:30; you can also watch it live through the WMAY YouTube page.

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