Newly elected Mayor Christine Erickson placed a spotlight on crime and public safety while on the campaign trail en route to becoming the city’s first-ever female mayor.
Now that Erickson has held the reins for nearly two months, she has offered a glimpse into how she plans to prioritize crime and boost public safety during her first four years alongside Sioux Falls Police Chief Jon Thum, in an exclusive interview with the Argus Leader.
Supporting police, embracing collaboration, combating recidivism, earning legislative wins and addressing youth diversion make up Erickson’s goals to prioritize crime and to boost public safety…