More revenue sources needed for Cheney police to operate better

The Cheney Police Department (CPD) is a small, but professional police agency, staffed with caring and compassionate public safety professionals. For several years, the CPD has been a state-accredited police department and serves as a model to others in this area. However, behind this façade of excellence and exceptional service, the CPD suffers from a lack of funding support in several key areas.

As I near the completion of my fourth year as your chief of police, I find myself examining the state of the police department. Frankly, I am concerned about the future of public safety in our city....