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Valley View police chief to retire Feb. 14; fire department adds full‑time member
Summary
The police chief told council he will retire Feb. 14 with a planned transition; the fire department reported a donation of about $30,000 in exercise equipment and council approved the appointment and swearing‑in of firefighter Anthony McCarrick.
Valley View's police chief told council on Jan. 6 that he plans to retire on Feb. 14 and that preparations are underway for a leadership transition. The chief said the department is completing certification and grant paperwork and expects a seamless handover to current command staff.
The council also approved Ordinance 2026‑1‑2 to appoint Anthony McCarrick as a full‑time firefighter. The fire chief introduced McCarrick, praised his background and noted McCarrick is transitioning from a part‑time role and from employment in Strongsville; McCarrick was sworn in at the meeting.
The fire chief also reported the department obtained about $30,000 worth of donated exercise equipment through a partnership with Maple Heights and Planet Fitness; the equipment is intended for firefighter and police officer fitness use. The chief said the department will meet to discuss promotions once the new safety committee is in place and noted Lieutenant Kashowski's anticipated retirement in March as part of upcoming personnel changes.
Council congratulated McCarrick and acknowledged the department reports. No formal action was required beyond the ordinance approving McCarrick's appointment and the recorded votes to pass that ordinance.
