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Milwaukee mayor to details police recruitment plan
Mayor Cavalier Johnson will highlight a new Fire and Police Commission initiative on Monday to boost the recruiting numbers for the Milwaukee Police Department.
MILWAUKEE - Mayor Cavalier Johnson on Monday, Nov. 25 will highlight a new Fire and Police Commission initiative that will boost the recruiting numbers for the Milwaukee Police Department.
According to a press release, the city is inviting current police officers from other jurisdictions with at least one year of experience to sign up to serve Milwaukee. Those who enroll to be police officers in the next few weeks could be eligible for a $10,000 bonus.
The bonus arrangement will be before the Common Council.
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