MPD Patrol Staffing Update
Summary
The police department's resource and staffing update was sent back to the Public Safety and Health Committee (due Sept. 29) instead of just being filed — Burgelis wanted more scrutiny.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Residents who want accountability on police staffing levels and resources.
Mentions & discussions (2)
COMMON COUNCIL — September 22, 2026
The police department's resource and staffing update was sent back to the Public Safety and Health Committee (due Sept. 29) instead of just being filed — Burgelis wanted more scrutiny.
FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSION — June 18, 2026
43 new officers plus six lateral transfers are entering the department, with multiple academy classes starting in August — a boost to staffing levels residents feel in district response times.
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