Coconut Creek swears in two new officers and proclaims Small Business Saturday
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The Coconut Creek City Commission sworn in two new police officers and issued a proclamation recognizing Nov. 29, 2025, as Small Business Saturday, highlighting local small‑business programs and national data cited from the U.S. Small Business Administration.
The Coconut Creek City Commission on Monday swore in two new police officers and adopted a proclamation naming Nov. 29, 2025, as Small Business Saturday in the city.
Deputy Chief Henry Cabrera introduced Officer Dominic DiPieto and Officer Adam Morton and summarized their backgrounds before City Clerk Kavanaugh administered the oath of office. DiPieto, a Fort Lauderdale native and law‑enforcement legacy whose father Walter DiPieto previously served with the Coconut Creek Police Department, and Morton, who previously served in New Hampshire, each took the oath and were pinned by family members.
The commission then heard a proclamation read by Commissioner Bridal and presented to Valencia Massey of the Sustainable Development Department recognizing Small Business Saturday and the city’s support programs. The proclamation cited national statistics from the U.S. Small Business Administration and described local initiatives such as the Butterfly Relief Grant, Creek Eats/Creek Cuisine, and the Small Business Academy.
"Our small businesses are where we gather," Valencia Massey said during remarks encouraging residents to "keep your cash in the creek." Commissioner Bridal and other commissioners thanked staff for the programs that support local entrepreneurs.
The ceremony and proclamation were procedural items that required no formal action beyond presentation and were followed by the regular agenda.