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Union City Council hires Kenneth Fye as part‑time police officer
Summary
On Aug. 13 the Union City Borough Council voted unanimously to hire Kenneth Fye from the certified civil service list as a part‑time officer, citing cost savings and expanded coverage; the chief also reported recent training and foundation grants for tasers and cameras.
The Union City Borough Council voted unanimously on Aug. 13 to hire Kenneth Fye from the certified civil service list as a part‑time police officer.
Mayor Robert Wolf said maintaining a local police department is important and recommended the part‑time hire as a way to increase coverage without the cost of a full‑time position. Borough Manager Cindy Wells said the budget had allowed at least $33,560 for wages and benefits and that the actual cost will depend on the hours the officer works. The motion to hire was made by Councilor Joyce and seconded by Councilor Osborn; the council carried the motion unanimously.
Police Chief David Pernice reviewed calls for service from June 1 to Aug. 13, reporting 269 calls (about 3.63 calls per day) that ranged from vehicle pursuits and protection‑from‑abuse matters to drug activity and homelessness. Pernice said he and Officer Shelly attended an Alert Active Shooter training on July 24–25, which the chief described as beneficial. He also said the UC Community Foundation awarded funding for four tasers and security cameras to expand coverage on North Main Street.
The hire follows an executive session on personnel earlier in the meeting. No further staffing details or a start date for the new officer were specified.
