Receive report on police staffing cuts and future reductions
In Plain English
The Police Chief will present details about current officer shortages and expected future staffing losses. Richmond Police Department has been operating with fewer officers than budgeted positions. The report covers how many positions are vacant and what additional cuts the department anticipates.
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