San Francisco's supervisors expressed concern over the police department's chronic overtime mismanagement during a city hearing. Despite documented systemic failures, the department consistently underbids for overtime, resulting in requests for millions more annually. An audit indicated that overtime costs soared to $108 million in 2022-23, more than double previous years. Supervisors, regardless of their support for police, acknowledged the critical issue of public confidence as officers violate sick leave policies and overstay budget limits. The police cited staffing shortages as a contributing factor, yet there's a pressing call for better accountability and financial oversight.
San Francisco's police department struggles with chronic overtime issues, with costs surging to $108 million amid systemic mismanagement and a significant staffing crisis.
The repeated pattern of underbudgeting overtime leads to public distrust, as supervisors stress the importance of accountability and internal financial controls.
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