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Chief Doug honored for 35 years as he retires; Jason Blinks welcomed as successor
Summary
Chief Doug was recognized for 35 years in law enforcement with a plaque and council remarks; he thanked the community and publicly welcomed Jason Blinks as incoming chief.
Lisbon — The council honored Chief Doug at the June 30 meeting as he prepares to retire after 35 years in law enforcement and service to the Auburn–Lisbon communities.
At a brief recognition segment, council members presented a plaque noting Doug's dedicated service from 1993 to 2025. Doug addressed the council, thanked city staff and the community and described public safety as a relationship-based endeavor. He said he was "proud of all we've accomplished together" and expressed confidence in the department's future while publicly welcoming Jason Blinks as the incoming chief.
Remarks drew applause from those in the chamber. The council offered several personal remembrances and best wishes for Doug's retirement; he said he will not be joining reserves this year but expressed gratitude for his colleagues.
The meeting record notes the ceremonial recognition and verbal welcome for Jason Blinks; no formal appointment vote or contract details for the successor were read into the available transcript.
