Summary
The city has three police vacancies and now has certified eligibility lists to hire from. The commission learned only 10 of 43 test-takers made the list after written and physical fitness testing.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Apr 23, 2026.
Impact analysis
No new permanent position — the fifth lieutenant slot is for transition overlap only; a new officer hire replaces the retiring lieutenant.
Stow residents who will see police vacancies filled and patrol staffing restored.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Committee of the Whole - Apr 23, 2026
The city is increasing authorized lieutenants from four to five and backfilling a retiring lieutenant with a new officer hire. It's about smooth transitions during retirements, not growing the force.
Civil Service Commission (Regular) - Feb 4, 2026
The city has three police vacancies and now has certified eligibility lists to hire from. The commission learned only 10 of 43 test-takers made the list after written and physical fitness testing.
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