Summary
Chief Ken Plunkett unveiled a reorganization creating five divisions, including a new Community Enhancement Division combining traffic, gang, and COPs units. The plan adds sector policing with named lieutenants, boosts night and weekend staffing, and puts school resource officers under traffic supervision.
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Last discussed Apr 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
Restructuring uses reclassified vacant positions now; additional staffing requests expected in upcoming budget talks.
Residents wanting faster response times, traffic safety around schools, and a direct point of contact in their sector.
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Council Meeting (Closed Session 4:30 PM) — April 8, 2026
Chief Ken Plunkett unveiled a reorganization creating five divisions, including a new Community Enhancement Division combining traffic, gang, and COPs units. The plan adds sector policing with named lieutenants, boosts night and weekend staffing, and puts school resource officers under traffic supervision.
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