A Colorado town has broken ground on a new police station despite years of resident pushback over its price tag.
The $16.6 million project is moving forward after four unsuccessful votes on financing. The decision has raised concerns among residents about who will cover the cost.
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Mead, a community in Weld County, Colo. with a population below 8,000, is moving forward with a new police facility despite four rejected funding votes since 2018, according to Denver7.
City officials and police leaders say they need the new building to prepare for future growth. The department employs 17 sworn officers and three civilian staff members…