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Lake Helen panel ranks police chief finalists, agrees to contact top candidates Thursday
Summary
After interviewing three finalists, the Lake Helen selection panel read rankings and discussed candidate availability and commitment. Commissioners agreed to contact the top choice(s) on Thursday for follow-up before final selection.
The Lake Helen selection panel completed interviews of three finalists for police chief and then compared individual rankings and notes. The panel chair read the compiled rankings aloud, listing which candidates each commissioner had placed in the top three. Commissioners described close scores and different rationales — one commissioner said they favored Quentin Becton for his field visibility and prepared presentation, while others noted strong answers from other finalists.
Panel members raised concerns about candidate availability and commitment to serving in a small department of six officers; one committee member said the city needs someone who will "invest yourself into the city" and not view the role as merely a stepping stone. The commission agreed to reach out to top candidates on Thursday for follow‑up and possible discussion at the full commission meeting; members thanked candidates and staff before adjourning.
