Committee on Hearings

Thursday, November 30, 2023 · 10:00 AM AM · Council Chambers

TL;DR

The Committee on Hearings conducted budget reviews for key public safety departments, including Police, Fire, Emergency Medical Services, and Animal Care and Control. Department heads presented their budget requests and operational priorities for the upcoming fiscal year, with a focus on maintaining public safety services and addressing resource needs.

Key Decisions

  • Police Department Budget Increase Preliminary Approval (6-1)
  • Fire Department Equipment Replacement Approved (7-0)
  • EMS Staffing Expansion Tabled for Further Review
  • Animal Control Facility Upgrade Referred to Budget Committee (5-2)
Agenda PDF Minutes PDF

Agenda

  1. Budget Hearings
  2. DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY (Mr. Coghill, Chair)
  3. Bureau of Police
  4. Bureau of Fire
  5. Bureau of Emergency Medical Services
  6. Bureau of Animal Care and Control