Paris says it's too late in budget cycle for police staffing alternatives

Paris says it's too late in budget cycle for police staffing alternatives

Photo by Matt Rourke of the Associated Press.PARIS — In an emotionally charged meeting Monday night, the Select Board shelved long-standing discussions about restructuring or disbanding the Paris Police Department — at least for the coming fiscal year. The board also voted Monday to send the department’s budget to voters at the annual town meeting in June. Some who attended, including Budget Committee member and Paris Hill resident Robert Jewell…