The Prescott Police Department has recently added three officers as the department continues to handle a high volume of calls, placing additional demands on personnel. At the October meeting, the council introduced those officers as Troy Hooks and JaMarkus Floyd, who are scheduled to begin training at Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy in January 2027. Officer Mac Davidson was introduced at a previous meeting, according to Whittecar. Detective “They’re going to turn out to be great officers”, Whittecar said. Whittecar said the new officers will be valuable additions to the department. “I think they can make a difference in the community”. She praised their personalities and the care they demonstrate, saying she believes they will be good additions to the department. She said having additional personnel will “help tremendously” with calls and other duties, giving officers more flexibility for time off..She also added the high call volumes were handled successfully.Council members also approved the annual five-mill property tax. Mayor Terry Oliver had announced a special meeting for October 26 to discuss solar power, but that meeting was cancelled and no new date had been announced. The council also approved the September meeting minutes and financial report by 8 to 0 votes.