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Carson Thomas sworn in as Rosemount police chief; officers present award
Summary
Carson Thomas was sworn in as Rosemount police chief after serving as deputy chief since 2022 and interim chief since October 2025. Officers presented an award of merit and praised his leadership and programs.
Carson Thomas was officially sworn in as Rosemount’s police chief at the April 7 council meeting, where staff and officers publicly recognized his leadership during a period of transition.
City Administrator Logan Martin introduced Thomas, reviewing a two‑decade California policing career and Thomas’s service with Rosemount since 2022, including leadership of the K‑9 and drone programs. Sergeant Xstein read a department citation describing Thomas’s role stabilizing the department and nominating him for department awards. City leaders then administered the oath of office; Thomas thanked the department and said his goal is “to be better off when you retire than when you start,” emphasizing mentorship and support for staff.
Officials said Thomas served as interim chief since October 2025 and that internal recommendations and unanimous support from department leadership informed the mayor’s recommendation to the council. The council did not take a separate vote to appoint the chief at the meeting; the ceremony and city recognition took place as a presentation item.
