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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION Date: 7/7/2025 Item No.: 7.a. Department Approval City Manager Approval Item Description: Receive Police Department Resource and Operational Efficiency Plan 1 2 Background 3 On June 16, 2025, The Axtell Group presented the findings of their comprehensive evaluation of the 4 Roseville Police Department’s (RPD) resources and operational efficiency. The study, launched in early 5 2025, included a full review of staffing, scheduling, administrative functions, and internal operations. It 6 identified both strengths and several areas where resource limitations are impeding progress. 7 The Police Department conducted a detailed review of The Axtell Group’s study and recommendations. 8 Internal meetings were held with all teams and divisions to help guide a comprehensive five-year 9 implementation plan. This plan incorporates the key findings and mission-critical staffing 10 recommendations from the report, as well as phased operational improvements aimed at enhancing 11 internal efficiency, employee wellness, community responsiveness, and long-term sustainability. 12 The implementation plan is structured into four phases, with specific action steps to be completed by the 13 end of 2026, 2027, 2028, and 2030 respectively. The plan is designed to be flexible and regularly 14 reviewed to ensure it remains aligned with community needs, public safety trends, and available 15 resources. It is important to note that RPD has already implemented several recommendations from the 16 report aimed at improving internal efficiencies and day-to-day operations. 17 A key finding of the report was that staffing levels across nearly all areas of the department have not 18 kept pace with rising service demands and increasing operational complexity. For example, the number 19 of patrol officers on duty at any given time has remained largely unchanged since the early 2000s, 20 despite significant growth in workloads, including increased calls for service, longer report writing, and 21 expanded legal documentation. Records, property and evidence, and internal administrative functions 22 are also under significant strain. 23 Employee survey results reinforced these findings: 94% of respondents reported that staffing levels are 24 insufficient to meet operational demands. Interviews and survey feedback also highlighted concerns 25 related to wellness, training access, and workload distribution—further reinforcing the need for a 26 strategic, phased approach to strengthening department capacity and performance. 27 This implementation plan reflects the department’s commitment to continuous improvement, fiscal 28 responsibility, and community-centered service. By taking a thoughtful, data-informed, and inclusive 29 approach, RPD aims to build a stronger, more resilient organization equipped to meet current demands 30 and future challenges. 31 The Axtell Group's Final Report: Evaluation of Police Resources and Operational Efficiency 32 33 Policy Objectives Page 1 of 3 Qbhf!3!pg!488