A recent decision by the Conroe council is expected to impact the local police force. The change affects how the department hires officers with prior experience. Previously, the department had a limited number of positions available for these officers.

This limitation has now been removed, giving the police chief more freedom to hire experienced officers. The department had already filled some of the available positions, but still had openings to fill. Further details about the amendment and its effects are available from the city's meet-and-confer agreement with the police officers association.