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Police and utility departments report routine activity; Chief Shields returns from surgery

Altamont City Council · January 9, 2025
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Summary

Police told the council Chief Shields is back from knee surgery and officers issued 10 warnings (9 for speed, 1 equipment) during the reporting period; the utility department outlined routine maintenance tasks and start of year-end reports.

Lieutenant Christian Powell reported that Chief Shields has returned from knee surgery and summarized recent police activity including animal control, civil standbys/child exchanges, lake patrols and safety checks. Officers issued 10 warnings (9 speed, 1 equipment), 0 citations and 0 KBI reports during the reporting period; several assists with first responders and EMS were noted.

The utility department reported multiple maintenance tasks: changing four gas dials, removing and reinstalling a tri-plex at 601 Illinois for electric repairs, servicing and cleaning mowers, preparing dump truck snow-plow equipment and replacing a power steering hose. Staff also said they are starting end-of-year gas, water and sewer reports. The police report was submitted by Lieutenant Christian Powell (Badge #568).