The two recent meetings about shaping the future of northern Chautauqua County included a concept that the county has previously explored — countywide policing. It was part of talks about consolidations, mergers and shared services in the county that date back as far as the 1960s, according to Chautauqua County Executive P.J. Wendel. He says the logistics of operating a law enforcement agency can be done quickly…
P.J. Wendel: two nearby departments in separate areas is questionable
Wendel, who was a guest on WDOE’s “Viewpoint” program on Monday, says an idea that was brought up during the meetings of north county leaders was having all the north county police departments working together as a “North Metro,” and the south county departments together as a “South Metro.” He says it’s one way to start…..