James DeReus
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 7
- Total speaking time
- 24:59
- Avg per meeting
- 3:34
- Segments
- 391
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Top issues during term (6)(Public Safety)
Police Contract Negotiations
The union's 10% wage proposal would increase police payroll from $3.34 million to approximately $3.67 million annually.
Public Safety Staffing and Civil Service Exams
Routine testing and staffing costs are covered under existing department budgets.
Emergency Siren System
The city has $177,000 currently allocated, but full replacement costs are pending grant success.
Oncology Infusion Initiative
The project is estimated to cost $1.2 million, with a $200,000 request from the EDC.
Traffic Management near Schools
Traffic studies and potential road improvements may be required as a condition of development.
police misconduct
Taxpayers might end up footing the bill for potential legal settlements or the costs of an independent investigation into the department's hiring and oversight practices.
Decisions during term (0)
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Voting record (0)(Public Safety)
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