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10/18/2024 <br />9 <br />STAFFING PLAN <br />RETENTION BONUS <br />Hiring a new officer that is self-sufficient takes thousands of dollars and approximately 6-9 <br />months’ time. During the building phase of 2025, there will be an increased workload on <br />current personnel, and it is important that they are supported and given additional financial <br />incentive to remain a member of the St. Anthony Police Department. Staff is recommending a <br />retention bonus for all current licensed police officers and office staff who are employed <br />during the entire year of 2025, payable as a percentage of their annual base salary. <br />UPGRADED FACILITY COMMITMENT <br />A significant upgrade to the current police facility or a new facility is necessary for the daily <br />operation of a modern 21st Century police department. This is due to the need for space for <br />additional personnel, evidence handling and retention, officer wellness, training, emergency <br />operations, and aesthetics. This will make St. Anthony consistent with most other police <br />departments in the metropolitan area. As a recruitment tool, this is vitally important. <br />CONTRACT <br />Staff has used the current contract with the City of Lauderdale to <br />enhance and integrate Council feedback to address risks. The <br />current draft is included in the packet for review. <br />Various areas were updated including: <br />Updated grammatical, clarifying and formatting changes throughout <br />Definitions added and expanded language on services, termination and breach <br />Expanded liability and financial risk sharing language added <br />Addendum added to cover implementation phase: <br />•March 1, 2025 – Initial phase of patrol as able and emergency response <br />•July 1, 2026 (or as agreed upon) – Mid-stage phase to commit to daily patrol and emergency calls <br />•January 1, 2027 (or as agreed upon) – Full-stage phase of full staff and full services