To: The Editor
Subject: Clearwater Police Department - Tax ax could chop up services
The Clearwater Police Department increases the quality of living in our community in many ways. They are concerned with enforcing the law and preventing crime. They have been, and continue to be, a leader in developing specialized programs to meet the needs of the people they served in Clearwater.
I was totally shocked to learn about the proposal to drastically cut, or even close, this fine agency. If this should ever come to be, it would be the beginning of the end of Clearwater. I am very proud of the Clearwater Police Department and would like to take the time now to thank each and everyone of these fine men and women for protecting and serving me.
We must all work together in addressing this issue. This fine law enforcement agency needs community input and support now more then ever before. This is our opportunity to protect and serve them.
Patricia McPhillips
