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Springettsbury swears in John Stewart; badge presented
Summary
At the meeting the board administered an officer's oath to John Stewart and presented a Springettsbury badge memento, emphasizing duty and public trust.
An officer oath was administered to John Stewart at the Springettsbury Township meeting. John Stewart stated, "I, John Stewart, do solemnly swear...that I will support, obey, and defend the Constitution of the United States of America," and repeated the pledge to uphold state law and township ordinances.
Township leadership presented Stewart with a Springettsbury badge and read a statement describing the badge as a symbol of authority granted by law and public trust. A township official said the badge "transforms carefully selected community members into guardians whose mandate is to honorably serve and vigilantly protect their community." The presentation noted the responsibilities that accompany the role.
There was no formal vote associated with the swearing-in; the board continued with its agenda after the ceremony.
