Bureau of Police 2027 Budget and Staffing Plan
Summary
Background from the September workshop minutes shows the 2027 budget picture taking shape: the police bureau's proposal is up 6.2% largely from contracts and staffing, and fire officials are recommending a fire tax increase from 1.24 to 2.07 mills — roughly $326 a year for the typical homeowner — to fund 12 new firefighters and a new pumper. Tuesday's business won't decide these, but they're coming.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
The proposed fire tax bump would add roughly $326 a year (about $27 a month) to the typical property owner's bill if adopted.
Residents would get stronger police and fire staffing if the funding is approved.
Property owners would pay more in fire fund taxes if the proposed millage increase moves forward.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Board of Supervisors Agendas - Nov 10, 2026
Background from the September workshop minutes shows the 2027 budget picture taking shape: the police bureau's proposal is up 6.2% largely from contracts and staffing, and fire officials are recommending a fire tax increase from 1.24 to 2.07 mills — roughly $326 a year for the typical homeowner — to fund 12 new firefighters and a new pumper. Tuesday's business won't decide these, but they're coming.
Board of Supervisors Agendas (Business) - Sep 15, 2026
Residents and supervisors discussed the need to hire additional police officers to keep pace with township growth and maintain adequate coverage ratios.
Board of Supervisors Agendas - Sep 8, 2026
The police department is asking for a $10.2 million budget, up 6.2%, and proposes hiring four new officers a year for four years to combat staffing shortages and expected retirements.
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