Summary
The mayor wants to lock in Chief Stanley McFadden with an employment contract, crediting him with falling crime and rising officer morale. Colleagues agree but want the same treatment considered for the fire chief; the city manager will bring back details.
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Last discussed Feb 17, 2026.
Impact analysis
Unknown — contract terms haven't been drafted; only two city employees currently work at this contractual level.
The police department and residents who value continuity in police leadership.
Commissioner-critic Bobby Bivens questioned whether the fire chief has had sufficient tenure for equal treatment.
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