APOA Annual Police Officer Survey ALBUQUERQUE POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION (APOA) April 2018

2018 APOA Annual Police Officer Survey Background Each Spring the Albuquerque Police Officers Association surveys it members on a variety of issues concerning officers. This year’s survey was administered between April 4-8 through SurveyMonkey. A total of 491 officers responded.

In the past two years, have you seriously considered seeking employment somewhere other than APD? 30% 70%

Please indicate why you considered employment elsewhere Please indicate why you considered employment elsewhere. Check all that apply. 69% 67% 53% 18% 16%

Examples of other cities that survey respondents say they have considered. Washington Area Seattle Denver San Jose Las Vegas Aurora Farmington Phoenix San Diego Dallas Area Hobbs Las Cruces Austin

When it comes to increasing the number of police officers, what is the #1 thing Mayor Keller and the City Council could do? Pay officers a more competitive salary 77% Show more respect for officers 10% 9% 4%

What do you think is a competitive salary for an Albuquerque Police Officer (P1C), not including benefits? 35% 41%

Do you think APD’s low staffing numbers ever compromise your safety, or the safety of other officers, while on the job? 2% 98%

What do you think is the most important thing for the APOA to focus on during contract negotiations? Rank in order of importance. 20% 76%