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At the height of nationwide shortages, the Missouri City Police Department experienced 32 vacancies, although today only 13 vacancies remain. When staffing levels fall, department officials said they ensure core patrol operations remain fully supported by temporarily scaling back proactive activities such as community outreach. (Courtesy city of Missouri City)

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Prioritizing pay: Local entities strive to keep up with police pay spikes

By Aubrey Vogel

Police pay is now at the forefront of local government discussions following an $832 million agreement by Houston City Council to raise police pay by 36.5% over the next five years.

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The city of Sugar Land will host various events during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. (Aubrey Vogel/Community Impact)

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