Summary
Commenters criticized spending on three additional officers while other departments face freezes; Santamaria's compromise to keep two positions frozen died without a second.
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Last discussed Jun 23, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Unfrozen positions add salary and pension costs that deepen the reserve draw.
✅Who benefits
Residents who prioritize full police staffing and patrol coverage.
⚠️Who could be affected
Other city departments whose positions remain frozen while public safety grows.
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