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Monday, April 9, 2012

Police Commission Will Consider Union Recommendations On Saving Money

Chairman of the police commission Chris Waldschutz says he will analyze and consider recent money-saving suggestions made by the police union.

The union wants to see six non-police positions eliminated, like the Chief Administration Officer and the Director of Finance.  It is also recommending the elimination of the Staff Sergeant rank.

Waldschutz tells CHSJ News there are no sacred cows but he does know that some of the suggestions will not fly due to legislation like the Police Act.

The union says the recommendations will save the police force over a million dollars.

As far as the accusations that the Chief of Police does not have open communication with the union or staff, Waldschutz there is always more than meets the eye.

He says he is willing change the paradigm if it becomes necessary.