The City of Dillon has been our home for many years, but lately, we've experienced a significant rise in violent crime. Unfortunately, our ability to combat this threat has been compromised due to a lack of police coverage, which stems primarily from the non-competitive salaries offered to our brave sworn police officers. These officers are the backbone of our community's safety, and we must ensure they are properly compensated for the demanding and essential work they do.

Our city is competing with neighboring areas that offer higher pay and better benefits, resulting in our officers leaving for other opportunities. This has led to a persistent shortage of qualified law enforcement professionals, who are critical to maintaining community safety and public order. We must make a concerted effort to recruit, retain, and reward the best and brightest to serve our citizens.

Statistics show that competitive salaries lead to better recruitment and retention of quality officers. According to a study conducted by the Police Executive Research Forum, cities offering comparable law enforcement salaries experience a reduced turnover rate and are better poised to face future public safety challenges. Our current salary structure does not align with this industry standard, placing our community at risk.

We, the residents and citizens of Dillon, urge the City Council to take immediate action. By adopting a revised salary structure that is competitive with our neighboring communities, we not only show our officers that their dedication is valued, but we also ensure that the City of Dillon remains a safe and thriving place for us and future generations.

Please sign this petition to show your support for increasing the salaries of the sworn Dillon Police Department officers. Together, we can demonstrate to our City Council that we prioritize our safety and value those who protect us every day. Our community’s future depends on it.