For nearly 70 years, the Marlboro Township Police Department has been dedicated to your safety. We provide essential services that many communities no longer offer, including vacation home checks, vehicle lockouts, and first-responder medical care. But rising operational costs are threatening our ability to maintain this level of service.
Without additional funding, the rapid response times and community-focused support you rely on are at risk.
The Challenge We Face
Unexpected changes have significantly increased our costs, putting a strain on our budget and resources.
Skyrocketing Dispatch Fees
The closure of our long-term dispatch provider forced us into a new contract, nearly tripling our annual cost from $23,500 to $59,000. This also required a new records management system, costing an additional $20,000 upfront plus $9,000 each year.
Essential Equipment and Training
Replacing a single, fully-equipped patrol vehicle now costs approximately $100,000. Additionally, ongoing expenses for body cameras, medical gear, and mandatory officer training add to our financial needs.
Officer Retention
Marlboro officers remain among the lowest paid in Stark County. This year alone, we lost three full-time officers to higher-paying agencies, making it difficult to keep our department fully staffed and ready to respond.
Passing Issue #20 is not about expansion—it’s about preservation. Your "YES" vote will directly fund the essential services that keep our community secure. It will allow us to:
- Keep our department fully staffed with well-trained, dedicated officers.
- Maintain rapid, reliable response times for all emergencies.
- Ensure officers have the modern equipment and training they need to protect you effectively.
- Continue offering valued community services that make Marlboro a safe place to live.
