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We are concerned by reports from the executive director of the Civil Service Commission that city officials are pressuring the commission to lower standards for applicants.
The executive director of the Denver Civil Service Commission, Niecy Murray, alleged city leadership is putting Mayor Mike Johnston's campaign promises above established procedures.
The director of the city agency tasked with screening recruits for the Denver police and fire departments on Tuesday accused Mayor Mike Johnston of pressuring that agency to lower standards so the mayor can meet promises to hire 167 new police officers this year.
Recruiting efforts for Denver police are falling short of Mayor Mike Johnston's 2024 budget goals. Training for the first class of recruits begins on Monday, with just 36 spots filled.