SAUGATUCK, Mich. (WOOD) — Saugatuck City Council members are one step closer to severing their contract with the neighboring city of Douglas for a joint police department.
During their workshop meeting Thursday afternoon, a 62-page study was unveiled that showcases research into leaving the joint department and instead contracting with the Allegan County Sheriff’s Office for police services.
The study found using a contracted deputy assigned specifically to Saugatuck would save the city $220,791 annually. It also analyzed potential changes in response times, proposed scheduling based on crime statistics and interviews with surrounding municipalities that utilize similar contracts.
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