Minnesota city votes to disband police force over staffing and budget problems

Published February 16, 2024 10:08am ET



The city of Moose Lake, Minnesota, voted on Wednesday to disband its police force, citing budget constraints and a sharp decrease in staffing.

The Moose Lake City Council voted instead to contract with the Carlton County Sheriff’s Office for law enforcement, which will include four deputies working out of the city, according to the Star Tribune.

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