With visitors to Atlantic City up almost 20% since 2021 to 2022, according to visitnewjersey.org Atlantic City’s public safety needs have increased, too. The Atlantic City Fire Department has received a much-needed infusion of staffing. However, earlier this month, Atlantic City Police Chief James Sarkos confirmed that following the 28-week Atlantic County Police Training course, one sworn Atlantic City police officer and 11 Special Law Enforcement Officer, Class II were members of the Class of 27 officers.