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Police chief reports routine calls; two officers in training at KLETC

City of Altamont City Council · February 27, 2025

Summary

Chief Michael Shields reported routine patrol and enforcement activity; Officer Carlson began KLETC on Feb. 17 and Officer Ames is attending KLETC and was recently elected class president.

Chief Michael Shields summarized recent police activity, including animal-control calls, civil standbys/child exchanges, lake patrol, safety checks, several medical calls, four traffic warnings, and two citations. He reported no major issues from the recent snowstorm beyond a few vehicle assists and noted officers have been proactive with community relations.

Chief Shields also said Officer Carlson began training at the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center (KLETC) on Feb. 17 and is progressing well, and Officer Ames is doing well at KLETC and was recently elected by classmates to serve as class president. The council received the report but did not take additional action during the meeting.

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