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Police chief outlines January enforcement numbers, recognizes two interns and apprenticeship plans
Summary
The police chief reported January enforcement activity (127 stops, 38 citations, 163 warnings; 314 calls for service and 86% case closure rate), introduced security upgrades and training completions, and recognized two interns who may enter an apprenticeship pathway with the technical high school.
The police chief presented the department’s January report and thanked officers for training and service, saying enforcement in the month included 127 traffic stops, 38 citations and 163 warnings.
The chief reported 314 calls for service in January, noted that 86% of cases were closed or resolved and listed nine open investigations and three cases with charges outstanding. He described department training—12 of 14 officers completed a law-enforcement emergency medical training—and facility improvements: three new cameras installed at the station to improve safety and public access via a front-door camera.
The chief recognized two interns, Naomi Selves and Natalie Sturgens, who continued working with the department beyond the summer internship. He presented shadow boxes and challenge coins in appreciation and said the department is working with Somerset Technical High School on an apprenticeship program that could allow students to earn college credit and provide a pathway to local employment in policing.
Commissioners praised the department for full staffing and proactive work on public safety. The chief and commissioners noted the department’s appreciation of community support and said they would continue training and recruitment efforts.
No disciplinary matters, formal policy changes or budget votes were recorded in the transcripted segments.
