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Piedmont council appoints Frederick W. Chavis as next police chief; captain named interim
Summary
The Piedmont City Council voted unanimously to appoint Frederick W. Chavis as the city's next police chief, effective July 22, 2025, and to name Captain Chris Monahan interim chief for a short transition period. The council approved salary and benefit terms disclosed in open session.
The Piedmont City Council voted unanimously to appoint Frederick W. Chavis as the city's next police chief, with employment to begin July 22, 2025, and authorized Captain Chris Monahan to serve as interim chief from July 18'21, 2025.
City Administrator Bayonne Moore told the council the hire includes a starting salary of $297,300 per year and specified fringe benefits, noting in open session: "Proposed employment begins on 07/22/2025 with the starting…
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