Mayor urges support for HB 450 and opposes bill to alter local police authority In a mayoral report the city urged support for House Bill 450 — a local gun-safety measure requiring ID when possessing a firearm in certain large cities — and voiced opposition to a separate bill that would change how local police leadership is assigned. The mayor asked residents and council members to contact state legislators.

Montgomery's mayor is rallying support for a new gun-safety bill while urging residents to oppose a measure that could disrupt local police authority.

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Montgomery Mayor Warns State Bill Could Shift Control of City Police Chief to State Mayor Steven Reed told a recorded interview that a proposal sponsored in the state legislature could transfer control of a city police chief to state officials if local departments fail to meet staffing thresholds, calling the measure “an overreach” and urging residents to stay engaged and vote.

Mayor Steven Reed warns that a new Alabama bill could strip Montgomery of local control over its police chief, framing it as a dangerous overreach that threatens community accountability.

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Reed plans cameras, drones and a $10,000 signing incentive to bolster MPD Mayor Reed proposed new policing technology — tactical drones, license‑plate readers and facial recognition integrated into StarWatch — and a $10,000 signing incentive for recruits, framed as part of a broader violence‑reduction and reentry strategy.

Mayor Reed is shaking up public safety in Montgomery with a bold $10,000 incentive for new officers and cutting-edge technology like tactical drones and facial recognition tools!

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Montgomery official cites sharp crime declines and urges Congress to oppose House Resolution 32 An unidentified city official said Montgomery has seen large declines in violent crime and repeated the U.S. Conference of Mayors' call to oppose House Resolution 32, arguing it could divert local public-safety resources and undermine community policing.

Montgomery is celebrating a remarkable 78% drop in homicides and urges Congress to reject House Resolution 32 to protect community safety initiatives.

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City address: 61 homicides, police bonuses and a push to expand 'Anaya's law' Unidentified Speaker reported 61 homicides in 2025 (unchanged from the prior year), said violent crime fell more than 25%, announced recruitment and retention bonuses for Montgomery Police Department that could total $10,000 per officer annually for up to three years as funding allows, and called for expanding Anaya's law to keep repeat violent offenders jailed while cases proceed.

Montgomery's 2025 report reveals a troubling consistency with 61 homicides, despite a decline in violent crime—showing there's still much work to do in public safety.

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Montgomery Officials Discuss Crime Reduction and Collaborative Strategies for Youth Safety Montgomery leaders emphasize crime reduction through collaboration and community investment strategies.

Montgomery officials reveal a groundbreaking 23% drop in crime through community collaboration and innovative strategies—find out how they're enhancing public safety!

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Montgomery Police Chief Discusses Community Efforts Against Rising Youth Crime Montgomery leaders seek community involvement and accountability to combat local youth crime surge.

Montgomery's leaders are rallying the community to fight rising youth crime with innovative strategies and a call for accountability.

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Montgomery Mayor advocates for stricter measures on repeat violent offenders Mayor emphasizes community safety and calls for judicial accountability on repeat offenders

Mayor Reed is taking a bold stand against repeat violent offenders with a proposed "zero tolerance" policy to enhance public safety in Montgomery.

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Montgomery council debates $5 increase for sanitation budget amid operating deficit Council discusses proposed sanitation fee increase to balance budget and address operating deficits.

Montgomery's city council is at a crossroads, debating a $5 garbage fee hike while tackling pressing public safety concerns—how will these decisions shape the future of our community?

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Montgomery Police unveil strategic response to weekend violence and child homicide Police Chief Grayboys outlines plans to enhance public safety after recent violent incidents.

Montgomery officials are taking bold steps to restore safety after a tragic weekend of violence, including the heartbreaking homicide of a 13-year-old child.

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Montgomery enhances public safety with dedicated detectives and police officers Montgomery strengthens public safety by deploying detectives and police officers.

Montgomery City Council is taking bold steps to enhance public safety, prioritizing trained personnel and community engagement for a safer future.

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