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St. Louis County Police face a $3.5 million budget shortfall heading into Q4, mostly due to soaring salaries and benefits—85% of their budget. County Executive Sam Page warns layoffs may be necessary, but Councilman Mark Harder pushes back, arguing the department is already understaffed by 150 officers. The confusion? The county hasn’t funded all authorized positions, even though they’re still on the books. The exec says money exists but needs council approval, hoping a settlement can bridge the gap short-term while seeking new revenue like property taxes long-term—next week’s meeting could decide the future of policing in the county.

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