Policing Employee Start Date

"The original resolution proposed an April 1, 2024 start date (advancing it from mid-year 2024). Mayor Tobias reported that Superintendent Preston requested a further advancement to January 1, 2024, citing the significant personnel stress caused by required administrative paperwork and security clearance timelines. The Director of Finance confirmed that this earlier start would have a minimal impact on the 2024 taxation rate. Councillors opposed to January 1st were concerned about unproven staffing ratios and costs."