Statement About the Proposed FY 2007 Budget

May 19, 2006
Among my recommendations for the proposed FY 2007 budget is the recommendation of transferring sworn police officers from desk jobs to patrolling the streets and hiring 30 civilian staff as their replacement for the desk jobs. This will not only increase the number of police patrolling our neighborhoods but also is an indication of our commitment to our men and women in uniform as we continue to find ways to resolve the challenges facing the San Diego Police Department.

I am pleased that Mayor Sanders supports this recommendation and applaud him for wanting to see this suggestion implemented. It is a sound fiscal decision that protects the public, strengthens public safety and helps the department. I support his position and his proposed budget in general. We, along with our colleagues, share the goal of restoring the City's financial health.

A Sacramento trip on City business precludes my being there to personally thank Mayor Sanders and show my support.