Miguel A. Meléndez, Jr.

crime statistics

Lower crime usually means a boost in property values and local business, keeping your hard-earned money working for you.

Automated Bus Patrol and Traffic Enforcement Revenue

Grant-funded pedestrian safety enforcement program.

Police Officer Candidate Disqualifications and Appeals

Impacts police recruitment pipeline and staffing levels.

Police Accountability Board Restructuring and Oversight

Null

police shooting

Potential lawsuits and settlements could hit taxpayers hard if liability is established.

Fire Department Operational Readiness and Medical Response

$2,167,000 bond authorization.

building safety enforcement

Taxpayers could dodge a massive emergency response bill, though the property owner is likely looking at heavy compliance costs or potential loss of revenue.

Lead Paint Poisoning Prevention and Inspection Funding

Monroe County is granting $109,000 to the city over two years.

Fire Engine Replacements

$2,167,000 bond issuance

SAS Law Enforcement Intelligence Software

Not explicitly stated in debate

fire district dissolution

Tax bills and fire-service costs could shift as the district’s separate levy goes away, but the real bottom line depends on the replacement coverage deal.

Police Department Staffing Crisis and Attrition Projections

Budget allocations for police recruit classes, background investigations, and personnel compensation.

Civil Service Candidate Appeals and Eligibility

Directly impacts public safety staffing pipelines and recruitment timelines.

Firefighter Candidate Eligibility Appeal

None.

Daniel's Law Mental Health Pilot Program

Supported by a $2 million state grant.

Ethics Complaint C25-1 Review

School Police Services Agreement

Fully funded by RCSD budget allocations.

Proposed Staffing Reductions and Student Support Services

Involves millions of dollars in staffing allocations and external grant funds.

Bail Credit Card Service Fee Evaluation

Potential fee adjustments for individuals utilizing credit cards to post bail.

Homeland Security Grant Acceptances

Grant-funded public safety enhancements.