Miguel Brown becomes Mount Vernon's first municipal park ranger police officer

The Mount Vernon City Council meeting held on February 3, 2025, featured an introduction of Miguel Brown, the new police officer and park ranger for the Mount Vernon Police Department. Brown, originally from Panama, shared his journey to Washington, where he has lived for nearly twelve years in Washington, D.C., before returning to the state.

During his introduction, Brown highlighted his training at one of the five national park ranger academies located in Washington. He expressed his enthusiasm for working in Mount Vernon, noting the community's strong support for its parks and the diverse environment. Brown emphasized the uniqueness of the Mount Vernon Police Department, which is the only police department in Washington state to have a municipal park ranger.

Brown described his daily responsibilities, which include patrolling parks and trails, and expressed his enjoyment of being outdoors and interacting with the community. He also shared a personal touch, mentioning his passion for cooking, particularly preparing meals for his family, and encouraged residents to greet him if they see him in the parks.

The meeting underscored the importance of community engagement and the role of the police department in fostering a supportive environment for both residents and visitors in Mount Vernon.