AGENDA CAPTION:
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Consider approval of Resolution 2025-92R, awarding a contract to Matrix Consulting Group to conduct a departmental staffing study for the police department in an amount not to exceed $116,000.00; authorizing the City Manager, or her designee, to execute the contract on behalf of the city; and declaring an effective date.
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Meeting date: May 6, 2025
Department: Police Department - Stan Standridge, Chief
Amount & Source of Funding
Funds Required: $116,000
Account Number: 10002141-52230
Funds Available: Yes
Account Name: Professional Services
Fiscal Note:
Prior Council Action: During FY 2026 budget discussions, Council requested a formal staffing study conducted by an outside vendor before Police Department staffing would be considered for upcoming fiscal years.
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Background Information:
In March 2022, Retired Police Chief Marlin Price on behalf of the Texas Police Chiefs Association submitted a formal staffing assessment of the San Marcos Police Department at the request of Chief Stan Standridge. This was a comprehensive assessment that included a review of departmental records, reports, files, and documentation; interviews with departmental personnel; and observation of operations through interviews and ride-a-longs. The author noted: "In summary, the depa...
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