On June 11, 2024, the Independence City Council adopted the city’s budget, which includes a new public safety fee aimed at enhancing local law enforcement services and ensuring long-term community safety.
Starting in January 2025, the fee will be set at $20 per month for the first six months, before adjusting to $17 per month in July 2025. By July 2026, the fee will decrease further to $10 per month and will be indexed annually each December to reflect inflation in the CPI-West Region.
This dedicated funding source will generate approximately $1.06 million annually for the Independence Police Department, enabling the city to stabilize its public safety budget and increase staffing levels over time.
With this investment, Independence is prioritizing a safer, more secure community for all residents, ensuring that our police department is equipped to serve and protect both now and in the future.
To learn more about this process, visit: https://www.ci.independence.or.us/city-budget/
