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Page 2 <br /> There needs to be resources available to treat and manage those with mental health and addiction related <br /> medical issues before they become criminal justice issues. <br /> i <br /> Like always,we try everything possible to efficiently utilize our existing resources,but it is currently not <br /> enough, and this problem continues to grow. As the statistics show,we are losing this battle. Most in the law <br /> enforcement, emergency medical services and public health support the need for additional funding because it is <br /> necessary. I also recognize that local governments will be paying for the increases in services and it will be up <br /> to our elected leaders to determine where this money will come from. <br /> A lot of work has gone into addressing this problem and it is not going away, but taking the next step is up to <br /> the Board of Kittitas County Commissioners,with the support of our local community. <br /> Sincerely <br /> Ken Wade <br /> Chief of Police <br /> Ellensburg Police Department <br /> Phone(509)962.7280• FAX(509)962-7281. 100 North Pearl Street, Ellensburg WA 98926 <br />