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The committee recommended holding the review of police overtime and detail procedures while requesting a report on Worcester Police Department officer turnover, reasons for departures, and strategies to recruit and retain officers. Officials cited 35 physical vacancies, 21 officers on long-term military deployment or injured-on-duty status, and a department complement of 487 officers.
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The committee reviewed follow-up work on police overtime and detail policies, including centralized detail assignments, approval procedures, training, and possible technology changes. The original investigation found no material fraud or misappropriation, although fraudulent activity by one individual was identified and addressed through disciplinary action. The committee approved its October 21 minutes by a 3-0 vote and recommended holding the policy review for further information.
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