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Pompano Beach Considers Own Police Force Amid Rising Costs

10/12/2025

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Pompano Beach is considering forming its own police department to address slow Broward Sheriff's Office (BSO) response times and rising costs.
Mayor Rex Hardin said BSO costs rose from $53 million in 2022 to a projected $72.8 million in 2026.
City officials are conducting a feasibility study as Pompano Beach joins Deerfield Beach and Pembroke Park in exploring alternatives to BSO.

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Pompano Beach is considering forming its own police department to address slow Broward Sheriff's Office (BSO) response times and rising costs.
Mayor Rex Hardin said BSO costs rose from $53 million in 2022 to a projected $72.8 million in 2026.
City officials are conducting a feasibility study as Pompano Beach joins Deerfield Beach and Pembroke Park in exploring alternatives to BSO.