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Arroyo Grande honors Chief Michael T. Martinez on retirement after two decades of service
Summary
The council presented an honorary proclamation to Chief Michael T. Martinez recognizing a 23-year law enforcement career and five years as Arroyo Grande chief before his retirement announcement; Martinez reflected on reforms, officer wellness initiatives and continued community ties.
The Arroyo Grande City Council presented an honorary proclamation on May 27 recognizing Chief Michael T. Martinez for more than two decades in law enforcement and his service as Arroyo Grande's chief of police.
Mayor Karen Ray Russom read the proclamation noting Martinez joined the Arroyo Grande Police Department in February 2005 after starting with the Grover Beach Police Department in 2002. The…
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