Title
A RESOLUTION CONCERNING ADEQUATE PUBLIC SAFETY RESPONSE TIME TEST TASK FORCE for the purpose of establishing the Adequate Public Safety Response Time Test Task Force to thoroughly examine the methodology, data accuracy, and real-world application of the existing response time test and recommend necessary revisions or alternatives that more effectively align with public safety goals and current resources.
Background
The Adequate Public Facility (APF) police response test has been a longstanding element of Prince George’s County’s development review process. Under current regulations, police response times must meet a maximum of 25 minutes for non-emergency calls and 10 minutes for emergency calls to be deemed adequate.
There are concerns regarding the accuracy and consistency of the data used to measure compliance, particularly with the January 2025 report submitted by the Chief of Police. Additionally, advancements in dispatch technology and changes in community policing models suggest a need to revisit the existing framework.