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Council swears in new police chief; city welcomes incoming leader
West Des Moines City Council · March 3, 2026
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Summary
The council held a swearing-in ceremony for the city’s new police chief; city manager and councilmembers praised the incoming chief’s experience. The transcript records a naming inconsistency in the oath and the mayor’s introduction.
The West Des Moines City Council held a swearing-in ceremony for its newly appointed police chief during the March 2 meeting. Mayor Russ Trimble introduced the appointment and the council and staff welcomed the incoming leader.
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