Summary
911 wait times dropped from over 40 seconds to 16.6 seconds, and only 16 vacancies remain out of 83 positions. The city is ready to deploy an Amazon AI tool on non-emergency lines to free up call-takers, though Chief Talbot wants to be sure it's accurate before expanding it.
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Last discussed Aug 25, 2026.
Impact analysis
Higher salaries are helping attract 911 and police candidates; the violence interrupters program is currently grant-funded and could need more money in the FY28 budget.
Anyone who calls 911 — shorter waits and, eventually, faster non-emergency handling.
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