Anybody patroling the streets

[Dan Mulligan]

Hello,

I have not been on here and when I saw this I had to comment.

Overall our Police do a good job for our town and their being in Teddy's or any business / restaurant in town is a good thing in my view since it gives residents and police even more of a chance to interact in a positive productive manner.

In fact I encourage the police when on break to do so, and in general to be around any public gatherings and places in town to interact with residents as to create even more of a positive relationship between the Cranbury PD and our Residents.

If you have any questions or comments then please contact me directly.

-Dan

[Concerned-8694]

OK, a few comments. Police at Teddy's...About time! I'd rather see them here at lunch then down the road at the deli taking their lunch. It's a lot better for the town, and, quite honestly, it can't always be that great or peaceful for them. They would have a much quieter lunch break out of town.

Next, if you think they are doing a great job (as I do) show up at tomorrow's TC budget meeting (9 AM). Rumor has it that Glenn Johnson wants to cut 4 police officers and Dan Mulligan 1. We are no longer the sleepy little historical agricultural village of 100 years ago or even 50). Not only have we grown, but the surrounding towns have exploded, and if you think that has not impacted us, you are gravely mistaken.

[anon:61a-0qs4]

Maybe now is the time to stop the home rule foolishness and consider consolidation. Previous committee members got sucked into this home rule police department and it is a costly mistake. There is NO reason why we can't merge with Plainsboro as we have done with the court. Our police officers are there now anyway. In the interest of monetary savings along with better police protection and public safety we would be many dollars and benefits ahead.The town is no longer the place we grew up in and we need to move on with the times.

[anon-0p83]

Why do they all have to be there at the same time? Can't they stagger their 2 hour break? Wish I had a job where I would get a 2 hour break instead of my 1 hour lunch!!!

[anon-97on]

[curious one:-0qs4]

Can someone clarify the agreement for the payment of the overtime that the officers get for "TrafficDuty". I was under the impression that they are allowed to use the townships police cars for that private duty work. I was told the rate was around $65. per hour . If that is correct the officer is being paid over $500. for an eight hour shift of sitting in a police car?That being said, a regular officer making $90,000. per year could add $2500. per week to his weekly salary of $1730..I really don't know many folks making $4200. a week. What is wrong with this equation?It sure would be a whole lot cheaper to give some of those unemployed folks a job at a much lower rate.My guess is they would be very appreciative and would do an excellent concientious job. I think the committee should at least give this some consideration.

[anon-oros]

Attention All unemployed people: Show up at the police station to get your police car for traffic detail.

[anon-88r5]

[anon-4oq5]

This is funny. We want unemployed untrained people driving police cars?

The traffic duty being performed is all related to the township issues- roads, power lines, etc... From what I understand because I actually asked is that the town charges a fee for the vehicle. That may be the 65.00 per hour. The town is smart as it covers gas, wear, etc...

I also heard cuts will be discussed on Saturday which is unaginable to me. I moved here this year for schools and safety. I work Saturday, but hope people show up. If cuts are made and someone has an issue where it takes 20 minutes for a response you know this board will go nuts blaming the police. Plus , our property values will go down if people sense the town is not safe. Remember, New Haven, Bridgeport , Plainfield were all once safe and prosperous places. We also see issues today in Cranbury with our current size and in neighboring towns. We're not just Main St.

Mark Lynch

[anon;16c-0qs4]

It would be nice if any committee member would be forthcoming enough to clarify the costs for bridge and other traffic duty?As for traffic duty; if the crossing guard is acceptable to oversee my children's safety they would be well suited to do bridge traffic duty.

[anon-921r]

[anon-q13r]

[anon-921r]

I attended the TC meeting today. Mr. Johnson suggested cutting. 3 officers as that is what was needed not to raise taxes. Many people spoke in support of the police and impact they have on our life and property values.

The TC listened and as a whole including Mr. Johnson agreed to keep the officers.

In my view they were very diligent in going through the expenses. Mr . Taylor challenged the spend on Rec and Mr. Mulligan stated these were tough discussions, but necessary.

Mayor Goetz did well explaining the loss in property values.

I was actually impressed as a first time budget attendee.

[anon-97on]

[Concerned-8694]

Thanks to all who came out to the budget meeting in support of the police. Without this support, I am sure we would have lost at least one officer, and that would have been a crime.

[anon-p80s]