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Police department and council acknowledge resignation of behavioral‑health liaison; liaison honored
Summary
South Berwick police and the town council acknowledged the departure of the department’s behavioral‑health liaison at the Feb. 25 meeting and presented a certificate and a community service commendation to the staff member. The council and chief described the liaison’s contributions to training and connecting residents to services.
The South Berwick Police Department and the town council acknowledged the resignation of the department’s behavioral‑health liaison and presented the staff member with a certificate and a departmental community‑service commendation at the Feb. 25 meeting.
Police leaders told the council they had received formal notice of the liaison’s resignation. The police chief read a written resignation into the record that was signed "Darren McGann." The chief said the department will lose its community mental‑health worker and noted the impact the liaison had on both residents and staff.
The staff member who spoke at the meeting identified herself as Erin and described her experience working in the role as "incredibly meaningful," thanking the chief, staff and community for support. "I have absolutely loved working here... I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for Chief Ruger," she said, and added she felt "fulfilled and loved and appreciated in this town."
The council presented the liaison with a certificate of appreciation for dedication and support to citizens and employees and the police department also awarded a community service commendation for excellence in service and fostering community relations.
Councilors and staff praised the liaison’s training, support for residents seeking social services, and collaboration with the police department. The chief and town staff thanked the liaison for her service and noted the department will need to address the forthcoming staffing gap; the council did not take formal action at the meeting on a replacement plan.
