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Dover City Police Top Earners Revealed | Dover News
In Dover’s 2025 payroll, police officers dominate the top earners—132 of 480+ city employees made over $100K, with 16 of the top 20 being cops. Chief Thomas Johnson led with a salary over $180K plus overtime and perks. For first responders, extra pay from overtime, uniforms, and education incentives can dramatically boost take-home pay. City Manager Sharon Duca noted that salaries and related costs eat up most of the budget, with bonuses (mostly for police) tied to fitness or residency rules. It’s not just base pay—it’s the full package that shapes what city workers actually earn. Listen in…
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