Patrol is the backbone of the department and make most of the arrest for the specialized units, but I believe they both needed. I'm surprised officers are talking about cutting sergeant/lieutenant spots. The chance to advance at some point in your career should be something everyone strives to reach. It makes for a better lifestyle for your family and offers you a chance to change (at least a small part) the problems you see in the current leadership. Yes, every aspect of Metro could be streamlined