Manvel Police Department outlines priorities for FY 2026-27

Mayor Dan Davis noted during the meeting that the city’s overall compensation package also includes benefits such as health care coverage, retirement services and post-retirement medical insurance, as well as the city’s investment in a new criminal justice center.

However, Traylor said salary gaps continue to affect staffing, noting that two officers left for higher-paying agencies in early 2026.

Also of note

The department also outlined nearly $1.74 million in equipment needed for patrol, including:

• Replacement patrol units
• A tactical personnel carrier
• Portable radios
• Body cameras
• Drone equipment

In addition to patrol, the department is requesting funding for the criminal investigations division, special response team, community relations programs and firearms training, bringing the total request to nearly $2.7 million for FY 2026-27, according to the presentation.

What’s next

Manvel City Council will continue reviewing departmental priorities and funding requests as it develops the FY 2026-27 budget.