NC city that cut police budget in 2020 now mulling 6% pay bump for cops; critics say it's not enough
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City leaders in Asheville, North Carolina, have recommended a 6% salary boost for sworn positions in the Asheville Police Department, but a coalition is saying it's not enough.
Plastered in massive letters and paid for by Asheville residents, "We support the Asheville Police Department" hangs on four billboards across the city.
Asheville council heard public budget priorities at a Feb. 28 meeting, where policing, living wage and transit were top of mind.