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Cottage Grove honors Public Safety Director Pete Kerner after 34 years of service
Cottage Grove City Council · April 3, 2026
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Council members, county and regional law-enforcement leaders praised Public Safety Director Pete Kerner's 34 years of service at a recognition ceremony; Kerner thanked staff and family and said he will remain involved in the community.
The Cottage Grove City Council and regional law-enforcement partners honored Public Safety Director Pete Kerner on April 1 as he prepares to take medical leave and retire after 34 years of public service.
Elected officials and chiefs of police described Kerner's career as marked by interagency collaboration, leadership on SWAT…
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