Poll Shows Police, Firefighters Enjoy Strong Public Support

By William Crum Staff Writer wcrum@oklahoman.comA new poll shows firefighters and police are viewed favorably by large majorities of Oklahoma City voters who indicated significant interest in municipal affairs. Firefighters Local 157 commissioned the survey by SoonerPoll.com after the city council scheduled an election on the firefighters' 2016-17 contract. Based on his analysis, pollster Bill Shapard said it was his opinion Oklahoma City residents "like firefighters, think they're doing a good job, and think they're negotiating in good faith.Read more on NewsOK.com