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Port Washington swears in new officer; gives keys to city to local volunteers and nonprofits
Summary
Mayor Ted and city leaders swore in Police Officer Ethan Willman and presented keys to the city to four honorees — the Anze family, Paint on Port, the food pantry and American Legion Post 82 — recognizing community service and philanthropy.
Port Washington officials on Oct. 7 held a ceremonial swearing‑in for new police officer Ethan Willman and presented the city’s annual fall "key to the city" honors to four community groups and families.
Chief Hingis administered the oath of office to Officer Ethan Willman, who the chief said is from Eagle, Wisconsin, and a graduate of Waukesha County Technical College with a degree in criminal justice. Willman will attend recruit school in January and is currently in field training; his badge was pinned by a family member as part of the ceremony.
The mayor and council also presented keys to the city to the Mike Anze family for philanthropic support, the Paint on Port mural group for beautification and arts leadership, the Port Washington Food Pantry for community service and the Van Ellis Shannon American Legion Post 82 for veteran services and community engagement.
Mayor Ted praised the honorees for volunteer work, community investment and support for local youth and nonprofit activities. Recipients thanked the council and described the honors as recognition for long‑standing local service and civic involvement.
Why it matters: The swearing‑in is a formal start to an officer’s duties and the annual keys to the city recognize community organizations that city leaders said have sustained local programs and civic life.
No formal council action was required for the ceremonial recognitions; the events took place as part of the council meeting agenda prior to substantive business.
