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Riverton just ditched the county sheriff and launched its own local police department. This means you'll see new faces patrolling your streets and a shift in how your neighborhood handles emergency calls.
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You'll likely see this reflected in your local taxes as the city takes on the full cost of staffing, equipment, and facilities.
Riverton residents get more direct control over their police force and potentially faster response times tailored to the city's specific needs.
Taxpayers might feel the pinch of the startup costs, and there could be some growing pains as the new department finds its footing.
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