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Gardner appoints Deputy Chief Kelly Herron as new police chief
Summary
The council authorized the mayor to appoint Deputy Chief Kelly Herron as Gardner’s police chief after Chief Pam Waldeck’s announced departure; the appointment was made by motion and approved unanimously with staff and council remarks thanking outgoing Chief Waldeck.
The Gardner City Council authorized the mayor to appoint Deputy Chief Kelly Herron as the city’s new police chief, following the announced departure of Chief Pam Waldeck. City staff recommended Herron, noting his 27 years in law enforcement and 13 months with the Gardner Police Department, and councilors moved and unanimously approved the appointment.
Mr. Pretty introduced the appointment, saying Herron had played a key role in elevating department performance and morale since joining Gardner PD. Council members and the city attorney offered remarks thanking outgoing Chief Pam Waldeck for her service and expressing confidence in Herron’s ability to lead.
The council welcomed Chief Herron with applause; the council did not take formal disciplinary or policy action related to the personnel appointment at the meeting. Staff said the hire was part of the department’s established succession planning.
