A plan to reintroduce horse-riding police officers in San Jose has been shelved by the City Council due to significant pushback from the police union. The committee unanimously agreed to defer the proposal, which included accepting a donation for startup costs benefitting the city’s police department. Concerns over budget uncertainties and federal disinvestment were raised, particularly the potential ongoing costs associated with maintaining the horses. The police union's position also played a role in the deferral decision amid contentious contract negotiations with the city.
The proposal to reintroduce horse-mounted police in San Jose was shelved by the City Council amid concerns over budget uncertainties and ongoing costs.
Councilmember David Cohen emphasized a preference to defer the horse-riding police plan, citing budgetary uncertainties and potential impacts from federal disinvestment.
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