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Chris Anderson sworn in as Broken Bow police chief; council cites experience and community ties
Summary
The council appointed Chris Anderson as Broken Bow Police Chief. Administrator David Schmidt highlighted Anderson's 15-plus years in law enforcement, seven years in supervisory roles, promotion to captain in 2023 and 24 years with the Nebraska Army National Guard; a pinning ceremony was performed by his grandfather Ronald Anderson.
The Broken Bow City Council on Sept. 23 unanimously appointed Chris Anderson as the city's police chief and held a brief pinning ceremony.
Councilmember Russ Smith moved to appoint Anderson as Police Chief; the motion, seconded by Travis Kleeb, passed by roll-call vote (Smith, Kleeb, Wamsley and Holland voting aye). Administrator David Schmidt summarized Anderson's background, saying Anderson has more than 15 years of law enforcement experience, including seven years in supervisory roles, and that he advanced to Broken Bow Police Captain in 2023. Schmidt also noted Anderson's 24 years of service in the Nebraska Army National Guard and volunteer work with the local fire department.
Chief Anderson was officially welcomed during a pinning ceremony performed by his grandfather, Ronald Anderson. During council remarks, Councilmember Russ Smith thanked Sergeant Henderson for applying for the chief position and commended him for his service.
What happens next: The council recorded the appointment and ceremonial welcome; personnel onboarding and administrative steps to formalize the chief's duties will be handled by city administration and the police department.
