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South Burlington begins national search for next police chief; community feedback emphasizes collaboration and integrity
Summary
City Manager Jesse Baker opened a community listening session as South Burlington launches a national search to replace Chief Sean Burke. Residents and partners urged a chief who prioritizes collaboration with social services, community trust, and public safety; timeline calls for interviews in June and an offer by early August.
City Manager Jesse Baker opened a community listening session Tuesday to gather input for South Burlington’s national search for a new police chief, saying, “Under our city charter, I have the exclusive authority to appoint,” and outlining a recruitment timeline that calls for initial interviews in June, an assessment center in July and a hoped-for offer in early August.
The advisory committee for the search includes representatives from the city council, the school district and police staff; City Councilor Elizabeth Fitzgerald and South Burlington School Superintendent Violet Nichols joined Baker to host the meeting. Fitzgerald described the advisory team as “very diverse” and said the city needs a candidate who will “recognize the great practices” already in place and “continue to attract and retain great talent.”
The session centered on community expectations for the next chief and on how the city will evaluate…
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