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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING — OCTOBER 28, 1991 ( #10) AUTHORIZATION TO INITIATE HIRING PROCESS FOR FULL TIME AND PART TIME POLICE OFFICERS Moorse explained this is a request to initiate a selection process for both full time and part time officers. He noted that the full time officer would fill the vacant lieutenant position, but as a patrol officer instead. He noted the part time officers would be used to allow more flexibility within the department and to minimize overtime costs. Mayor Peterson asked how many part time positions are being requested and when.the positions could expect to be filled. Sullivan noted that they would like to proceed with the hiring process as soon as possible, with full initiation by the first of the year. He stated that they would like authorization to hire up to four part time officers. Butler asked where one finds part time officers. Sullivan explained they could come from another department seeking full time employment, a retired officer, person employed full time elsewhere that wish to be a part time officer. Callahan asked Sullivan what is his overall plan for the department. Sullivan noted that he does have a goal that he is working towards,' but stated that he has to work within budget constraints. He noted that the current department is working under a bare —bones structure. He felt that a full time investigator is necessary. Sullivan also felt that it would be pre— mature to lay out an entire plan as he has only been with the department for two months. Callahan noted that he would like to see some sort of plan. Jabbour asked if the line item within the budget established for overtime could be converted-to be used for part time officers. Sullivan explained that it could partially be used, however he noted that in past years the department has exceeded overtime budget amounts and he is not sure there is even enough budgeted for the part time officers. He noted that overtime will never totally be eliminated because of the nature of the job. Jabbour felt that perhaps we should consider customized services for contract-cities. He directed Sullivan not to spend alot of time trying," to convince contract cities of the need for additional services. Sullivan agreed, but reiterated that an investigator is common!to any police department.