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Westfield swears in five new police officers during council meeting
Summary
Mayor Willis administered the oath to five newly hired Westfield police officers and thanked them for committing to public service; the ceremony was moved earlier on the agenda and families were invited to join for photographs.
Five new officers joined the Westfield Police Department after being sworn in during the council meeting.
Mayor Willis led the oath of office, asking the officers to raise their right hand and repeat the oath. During the ceremony the mayor said the officers "have sworn to protect us," and thanked them for the commitment that can extend to risking their lives in service of the city. The ceremony included the standard oath to support and defend the U.S. and Indiana constitutions and to faithfully execute duties as Westfield police officers.
Council allowed families to step down for photos and noted the presentation was intended to engage the public with the police department’s work. The council paused regular business to allow the ceremony to proceed and then returned to the agenda.
