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Mayor swears in Det. Eric Leininger as lieutenant

Reading City Council · August 19, 2025
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Summary

Mayor Bo Bemmes administered the oath of office for Det. Eric Leininger, who was promoted to lieutenant; the mayor publicly thanked police and first responders for their service.

Mayor Bo Bemmes administered the oath of office for Detective Eric Leininger, who has been promoted to lieutenant in the Reading Police Department. The mayor described Leininger as "an outstanding member" of the department and used the swearing‑in to thank police personnel for their service to the community.

In his remarks, Mayor Bemmes also praised Fire/EMS personnel who responded to a recent water intrusion at City Hall and thanked Fire/EMS Captain Tyler Stroll and the on‑duty team for their prompt response. The minutes record the mayor's remarks and the ceremonial oath but do not record further comments from Lieutenant Leininger in these minutes.