Nampa police chief explains staffing shifts after voters reject $5M levy

The Nampa Police Department is restructuring its staffing after voters rejected a proposed $5 million levy intended to fund officer recruitment and retention. With only 45% of voters supporting the measure, the department will move personnel from narcotics, detective, and school resource units into patrol duties. Police Chief Joe Huff expressed concern over the impact on service levels as the department continues to lose officers to higher-paying roles elsewhere.