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Glen Ridge honors police promotions in public swearing-in ceremony
Summary
Mayor Deborah Mans and the Glen Ridge Police Department held a ceremony to swear in and promote several officers — Officer Michael Spagnola, Sergeant Anthony Ray, Lieutenant Daniel Manley and Captain Dean Ardellis — with family members in attendance.
Mayor Deborah Mans opened the evening by thanking family members for their support and turning the ceremony over to the police chief, who introduced the officers being sworn in.
The chief described Officer Michael Spagnola’s background — raised in Nutley, N.J., Bergen Community College graduate — and administered the oath welcoming him to the Glen Ridge Police Department. “This is a really special night for us and we’re so glad that you’re here,” Mayor Mans said in her opening remarks.
Next, Sergeant Anthony Ray was sworn in. The chief reviewed Ray’s tenure with the department, noting his prior work in patrol and the detective bureau and a range of duties from juvenile liaison to evidence handling. Family members accompanied Sergeant Ray at the dais.
Lieutenant Daniel Manley was the next officer recognized. The chief recounted Manley’s career progression, his work on multi-jurisdictional investigations, educational achievements and awards; Manley stood with family and mentors during his oath. Captain Dean Ardellis — promoted to captain and described as second-in-command of the department — was sworn in last.
The chief and mayor closed the ceremonial portion by thanking officers, families and town staff. The meeting transitioned from the swearing-in to the council’s regular business agenda immediately afterward.
No formal council action was required for the promotions, which were presented as ceremonial recognitions at the start of the meeting. The ceremony included public applause and brief photo opportunities for the families and teams.
