Police, state ready to intervene on after-hours bars operating downtown - Austin MonitorAustin police may penalize bars for after-hours sales violations.APD seeks collaborative solutions with bar owners to improve compliance.A recent study revealed illegal alcohol sales in downtown bars.
Public safety departments show progress in recruitment efforts - Austin MonitorAustin's public safety departments are improving diversity through targeted recruitment strategies and community engagement efforts.
Police, state ready to intervene on after-hours bars operating downtown - Austin MonitorAustin police may penalize bars for after-hours sales violations.APD seeks collaborative solutions with bar owners to improve compliance.A recent study revealed illegal alcohol sales in downtown bars.
Public safety departments show progress in recruitment efforts - Austin MonitorAustin's public safety departments are improving diversity through targeted recruitment strategies and community engagement efforts.
Why doesn't the Austin Police Department publish yearly reports on the crimes it solves? - Austin MonitorAustin Police Department will begin publicizing clearance rates data, crucial for assessing effectiveness in solving crimes.
Former officer proposes settlement that includes changes at APD - Austin MonitorThe City Council approved funding for legal defense against a discrimination lawsuit related to the Austin Police Department.
Lisa Davis confirmed as the next head of the Austin Police Department - Austin MonitorLisa Davis appointed as the new head of Austin Police Department.
Commissioners urge Council to increase public safety budgets - Austin MonitorCity's Public Safety Commission recommends budget support for Austin Fire Department, Austin-Travis County EMS, and Austin Police Department.
Auditor's report points out difficulties with 911 call taking - Austin MonitorComplaints about Austin's 911 service prompted an inquiry by City Council members; special report revealed lack of defined threshold for high call volumes.
Report finds mixed progress in APD's work to implement police academy reforms - Austin MonitorA comprehensive audit system is crucial for assessing the effectiveness of the Austin Police Department's Training Academy.Leadership stability in academy management and regular audits of training processes are essential for sustained reform.
Former officer proposes settlement that includes changes at APD - Austin MonitorThe City Council approved funding for legal defense against a discrimination lawsuit related to the Austin Police Department.
Lisa Davis confirmed as the next head of the Austin Police Department - Austin MonitorLisa Davis appointed as the new head of Austin Police Department.
Commissioners urge Council to increase public safety budgets - Austin MonitorCity's Public Safety Commission recommends budget support for Austin Fire Department, Austin-Travis County EMS, and Austin Police Department.
Auditor's report points out difficulties with 911 call taking - Austin MonitorComplaints about Austin's 911 service prompted an inquiry by City Council members; special report revealed lack of defined threshold for high call volumes.
Report finds mixed progress in APD's work to implement police academy reforms - Austin MonitorA comprehensive audit system is crucial for assessing the effectiveness of the Austin Police Department's Training Academy.Leadership stability in academy management and regular audits of training processes are essential for sustained reform.
Lisa Davis named sole finalist for Austin police chief - Austin MonitorLisa Davis selected as Austin Police Chief after a thorough search for a permanent chief.Davis intends to focus on morale, trust-building, and labor contracts to address APD staffing shortages.
Downtown Commission hears SXSW safety preparedness report - Austin MonitorOrganizers are over-prepared for the South by Southwest festival to prevent worst-case scenarios.Austin Police Department employs various tactics to ensure safety at the event, including monitoring for firearms.
Electric vehicles for APD will arrive by the end of the year - Austin MonitorAustin is piloting electric vehicles for its police department to reach net-zero emissions by 2040.