The change is tied to the final cost of the project, which increased from about $15 million to nearly $17 million this year.

One criminal justice expert said it is rare, if not unheard of, for a police officer’s career to survive four complaints that result in discipline.

As the Tuesday night meeting progressed, an image began to form of the kind of person the public would like to see replace police Chief David St. Pierre, who announced his retirement three weeks ago.

Ahead of a public forum Tuesday, Lewiston residents have already shared a range of opinions on how to choose the next police chief with the retirement of Chief David St. Pierre.