Two recent spouts, the most recent from Cape May, asked why their communities need a police chief. I'm sorry to say that is an absurd question. Does a football team need a coach? Does a super market need a manager? Does a road crew need a foreman? Every organization needs a person who is in command and responsible for accomplishing the stated mission, whether it is policing or stocking shelves. The latest spout complained about how much a chief makes. Police salaries in this region all reflect the industry standard for persons in positions of great responsibility. You get what you pay for.