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Pierce County Has Nation's Lowest Police Staffing
Sheriff's Union Rejects Pierce County's Pay Offer as Contract Talks Stall
Pierce County ranks at the bottom in Washington State for police staffing per capita. The Deputy Sheriff's Guild rejected a 10% pay increase, citing chronic underfunding and below-market pay that's pushing deputies to leave for better-paying agencies.
Pierce County Deputies Reject Contract Offer on 290-1 Vote
In an overwhelming 290-1 vote, Pierce County deputies rejected the county's contract offer. Guild leadership confirms approximately 17 deputies are currently looking to leave for Tacoma Police Department, which offers $50,000 signing bonuses.
Washington State Still Dead Last in Police Staffing for 15th Year
A Washington ranks 51st in the nation for police staffing - behind all 50 states and D.C. Low staffing stretches departments thin, increases response times, and creates a cycle that pushes more officers out of the profession. dd a description about this item