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Vernonia Police Association submits letter endorsing Sergeant Sean Carnahan for police chief

Vernonia City Council · May 6, 2026
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Summary

The Vernonia Police Association delivered a signed letter to the council recommending Sergeant Sean Carnahan for the chief of police post, citing more than 25 years of service and four years as acting chief.

A representative of the Vernonia Police Association presented a signed endorsement to the council on March 16 urging consideration of Sergeant Sean Carnahan for the permanent chief of police position. The representative said the letter is signed by the department and praised Carnahan's leadership, training emphasis, and role stabilizing the department while serving as acting chief.

The association noted Carnahan's 25 years in law enforcement and four years as acting chief after the previous chief's departure. The representative said the department now conducts much of its own training and that Carnahan’s mentorship has contributed to retention. The council acknowledged receipt of the letter and accepted copies for the record.