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Washington City Police swear in Sergeant Hayes; chief and mayor praise his service
Summary
At the July 23 council meeting Chief Jason Williams administered the oath and promoted Hayes to sergeant in the Washington City Police Department; family gathered for recognition and the mayor and chief gave remarks.
Chief Jason Williams and Mayor Crest Daly presided over a promotion ceremony at the July 23 Washington City Council meeting for a patrol sergeant identified on the record as Sergeant Hayes.
Chief Williams introduced Hayes and recounted his law‑enforcement background, noting Hayes began his career with Hurricane City Police Department and later worked at the university before joining Washington City. Hayes took the oath of office administered during the meeting, swearing to support and defend the U.S. Constitution, the Utah Constitution and the laws and ordinances of Washington City. Family members joined Hayes at the podium for photos.
Mayor Daly and Chief Williams offered congratulatory remarks, praising Hayes' professionalism, humility and service. Daly invited Hayes' son Parker and other family members to join for a presentation and group photo.
Why it matters: The promotion places a new supervisor in Washington City's patrol division; the swearing‑in was ceremonial and administrative and no separate council vote or budget action was required.
What was said on the record - Chief Jason Williams introduced Sergeant Hayes and recognized two former Navy members in the department in attendance. - Sergeant Hayes recited the oath of office on record, affirming support for the U.S. and Utah constitutions and Washington City ordinances. - Mayor Daly spoke to Hayes' character and the support of his family for his new role.
Next steps: Hayes will assume supervisory duties in the patrol division. No additional city approvals were recorded.
