Norwich folk will be asked whether they would be willing to pay more for policing amid plans to hike up council tax to cover the force's increasing costs.
City police unveiled proposals to make those living in band D properties pay £10 more each year towards the police council tax precept last week, saying it was needed in order to meet demands and costs.
Those in higher property categories would be charged even more.
The precept is a relatively small part of the overall council tax bill, with most council tax money going towards county, district and parish councils.
Launching the consultation last week, the Police and Crime Commissioner's office said it had to make a decision on how much city folk should pay towards police services.
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It said engagement events would be held across the city across a 12-week consultation period which will run until 5pm on Friday, November 24.
An online consultation will ask people what their policing priorities are and whether they would be "prepared to pay more to ensure their police force continues to tackle these priorities in the future".
Giles Orpen-Smellie, Norfolk's police and crime commissioner, said: “To meet increased demands and costs, the law currently allows me to raise the policing element of council tax by just short of £10 a year for a band D property.
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"However, an increase of £10 would still leave the constabulary short of £3.9m for 2024/25 against current spending plans.
“As in previous years, I am aware and concerned about the pressures on household budgets and the impact an increase in council tax could have for many.
"However, I am also conscious of the need to maintain the service Norfolk Constabulary currently provides to you, your loved ones, and local communities.
“The decision I must make is not straightforward or easy and involves balancing several complex factors, including your views.
“To do this, I have decided that, during this year’s consultation, we must have an open and frank conversation about the funding challenges that policing faces."
Those wishing to fill out the online consultation can do so here.
Dates and times for engagement events are yet to be announced.
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