The following is a statement from San Bernardino Police Officers Association president Steve Turner: After careful deliberation and review, the San Bernardino Police Officers Association has decided to oppose Measure Q in the November Election. Our organization took time to study both sides of the argument and have concluded that passage of Measure Q will be dangerous to our community. This measure will have a negative impact on the effectiveness of your police department. It will accelerate the continued loss of our trained and experienced police officers to other agencies, which will allow crime to flourish. Since declaring bankruptcy, the City of San Bernardino has lost over 100 officers. The state continues to release criminals and Mayor Carey Davis continues to follow the plan of his predecessor by inviting homeless individuals to our city with a new homeless center and the expansion of the Waterman Gardens. Just as irresponsible is the hiring of new administrators, at a cost of more than $500,000 following the hiring of an Assistant City Manager and Economic Development Czar at a cost of $226,000 each. They use the bankruptcy as a reason for massive cuts, while wasting taxpayer money to give six figure pay days to bureaucrats, lawyers, and consultants at City Hall. Your safety has never been more threatened and this is why we must take a stand against those who would focus on anything other than to provide for your safety. Join your San Bernardino Police Officers in opposing this dangerous measure. Vote No on Measure Q.
Posted on: Wed, 08 Oct 2014 00:18:56 +0000
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