Dr. Troy Payne, Justice faculty, was interviewed by the Alaska Dispatch News about police staffing levels in Anchorage. Dr. Payne remarked that there is no nationwide standard for police staffing levels, but it does appear that APD is understaffed. He highlighted the importance of community satisfaction with police, especially in light of recent events in cities across the country, and noted the financial costs of maintaining that level of service.
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"Tough task ahead for Berkowitz to boost Anchorage police force to 400" by Nathaniel Herz. Alaska Dispatch News, 10 May 2015.