The New York City Police Department plans to increase its uniformed headcount by 5,000 officers over the next three years to address a growing staffing crisis, aiming to reach 40,000 officers by the end of fiscal year 2029, Mayor Eric Adams announced on Friday.

Adams signaled the planned expansion on Oct. 31 as part of the November 2025 Financial Plan Update, at a time when the department has lost an average of 316 officers per month this year due to retirements and resignations, and its current headcount of approximately 33,832 is below budgeted levels.

The phased hiring will begin in July 2026 with 300 officers, rise to 2,500 in July 2027, and reach 5,000 by July 2028. City Hall plans to invest $17.8 million in the first year, increasing to $315.8 million by FY 2029.

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