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North Syracuse swears in Phil Knittel as full‑time police sergeant
Summary
Chief Chance Fieldson swore in Phil Knittel as a full‑time police sergeant, citing his campus‑policing background since 2014 and specialized certifications; the board observed a brief promotion ceremony before the regular meeting.
Chief Chance Fieldson introduced and congratulated Phil Knittel on his promotion to full‑time police sergeant and invited the clerk‑treasurer to administer the oath of office at the start of the meeting. Fieldson summarized Knittel’s career, noting he “began his law enforcement career in 2014” in campus policing and has brought “specialized certifications and experience” to the North Syracuse Police Department.
The oath was administered publicly; the transcript records the oath language pledging to support the U.S. and New York State constitutions and to “faithfully discharge the duties of full time police sergeant.” Fieldson said Knittel will join the department’s leadership team and help direct patrol officers to maintain expected service levels. The board and members of the public offered congratulations during the brief ceremony.
