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Oregon Road Conditions & Cams Email Story to a Friend November 6, 2005 SinceWEAsked: The Thinner Blue Line Crime is growing in the Rogue Valley, police agencies say. Because of this, the Medford Police Department wants to add $4 to city water users’ bills to add 10 more officers. They say they’re understaffed and need more cops on the beat. We asked: "Have Medford police made a good case for increasing the size of the force? " Advertisement After you read through the answers from our Web readers, check out our new question, which pertains to things we can’t find the time to do. No, there is already not enough real crime in Medford to justify our current level of police, violent crime is down nationwide, and doesn’t anyone remember the "gang-hype" before the police increases in the ’90’s? — Eric McLaughlin, Ashland Fire $72,000 sergeant hired in 2001 who had 2 years to perform; it’s been 5 years, no results. Don't increase size just be accountable. — Dan Sylvester, Medford The real question is, why is this suddenly a problem? Why wasn't this planned for and dealt with incrementally over the past few years? — Joseph, Medford No. — M Moore, Medford Combine all the law enforcement in the county into one agency. This would provide the needed help and cut cost. This should be done with Gov. and schools also. — C.N, Medford The more the merrier. I'd like to see a cop on every corner and behind every bush. The way some people drive in this town is nuts! — Rick Ludlow, Medford This week’s question Hey, it’s only November. There’s plenty of time to fit in a late New Year’s resolution that you can accomplish by Dec. 31. Right? We asked: What haven’t you done this year that you promised yourself you’d do? Please keep your answers brief and on the issue at hand. Responses received without your name and town can not be considered for publication. All responses will appear on the Web site a week from today. You may submit your answer by using the form here on the Web site, or you may respond directly to SinceWEAsked: The Thinner Blue Line ">[email protected] Mail Tribune Home | Local News | Sports | Business | Obituaries | Life | Opinion AP News | Archives | Site Map | Community | Classified Copyright © 1997-2005 Mail Tribune, Inc. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy | Terms & Conditions | Website Feedback www.bingo.com Home Security Systems Trunks, Footlocker dvd-r Distance Education Computer Security Ztech Media Hosting Sports Equipment Online Casino Salvia Divinorum Student Loans tcg student loan consolidation Online Pharmacy Online Casino Reviews Myspace Home Equity Loans Windermere Van Vleet Rogue Valley Travel Discount Hotel Reservations Southern Oregon Loans Online Casino News Casino Gambling Sites Budget Website Templates Online Bingo Entertainment Guide Advertisement s