Diversity: Garden City Police seeks better force representation
Garden City officials pursue fuller minority participation in policing as recruitment declines. Lt. David Slaughter notes a long-standing shortage of hires despite many applicants, with three months required for the testing and background process and a current push to complete background checks on the few who passed all tests.
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Gard City police recruit woes and minority challenge
Garden City officials report ongoing hurdles in recruiting minority officers. The process includes a 21 year age minimum, high school diploma, a multi stage evaluation with an interview board and integrity test, and a nine week training at Hutchinson. City leaders acknowledge low local applicant flow and propose targeted outreach, with residents like Debbie Morgan serving as citizen representative and renewed emphasis on diverse recruitment.
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Budget foes voices clash over House plan and local impact
Representative Loyd warns of unintended consequences as budget cuts loom. Critics dislike the bill while supporters like Rep. O Neal push ahead. McKinney concedes a tough yes vote and Tanner praises highway upgrades and higher education while cautioning local government adjustments.
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