Summary
The city is down to 33 vacant full-time positions out of 336 (9.8%), a big improvement from post-pandemic levels. Police officer openings are notably low compared to neighboring cities.
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Last discussed Mar 18, 2026.
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Residents who rely on city services and city employees who benefit from strong retention culture.
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City Council - Mar 18, 2026
The city's vacancy rate fell to about 9.8% with 33 open positions out of 336, aided by 36 new hires and 17 promotions last year — a strong showing compared to neighboring cities.
City Council - Mar 18, 2026
The city is down to 33 vacant full-time positions out of 336 (9.8%), a big improvement from post-pandemic levels. Police officer openings are notably low compared to neighboring cities.
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