Leander's police department is stretched thin and needs more officers. This could mean longer waits for help or new programs to keep you safe.
At a glance
Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 90 before that.
This action seeks grant funding, so there is no immediate direct financial impact on the city budget.
Police and fire department personnel, and the community through enhanced officer safety.
Taxpayers might see a slight increase in their bills to fund the new hires.
The council authorized applying for grant funds to purchase rifle-resistant body armor for public safety officers, enhancing their protection.
Leander Police Department says it needs to hire more officers KVUE
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