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Chief Mike Patrick swears in Adonis Verdot; department announces command-staff promotion
Summary
Chief Mike Patrick introduced and welcomed new officer Adonis Verdot and announced Brad Owen's promotion to lieutenant and Sergeant Ace Butram's role on command staff; the chief praised long service and training that strengthens the department.
Chief Mike Patrick introduced new police officer Adonis Verdot and arranged an oath and family pinning at the council meeting. The chief said Verdot previously served with the volunteer fire department and the Douglas County Sheriff's Office and emphasized his local roots in Baldwin City.
"My name is Mike Patrick. I am your chief of police," Patrick said as he introduced the new officer and family members. The chief also announced that Brad Owen would be promoted to lieutenant and referenced Sergeant Ace Butram's continued service and Air Guard commitments; he called the promoted officers "an asset to us" and highlighted completion of command training pathways.
