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Adrian swears in two police officers; residents press city on bid due diligence, homelessness and Bixby site

Adrian City Commission · January 6, 2026
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Police Chief Vince Emrick swore in Joshua Bonamino and Carson Martel; public commenters urged more due diligence on a tree‑trimming bid, raised homelessness and downtown safety concerns, and asked about the Bixby Hospital site; city administrator said a Bixby update is planned for February.

The Adrian City Commission swore in two new police officers during its Jan. 5 meeting and heard a series of public comments raising safety, procurement and property‑development concerns.

Police Chief Vince Emrick introduced Joshua Bonamino and Carson Martel, outlined their training and backgrounds — including Bonamino’s attendance at Wayne County Regional Police Academy and Martel’s recruitment from Adrian College campus safety — and led them through the oath of office. Emrick said both officers are in phase two of their field‑training assignment and will…

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