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Council reads letter thanking Edgewater Police Department for hurricane assistance to Longboat Key
Summary
Interim City Manager Thurman read a letter from Longboat Key town manager Howard Chipton that praised the Edgewater Police Department’s assistance after hurricanes, commending prompt arrival, professionalism and support for debris collection operations.
Interim City Manager Thurman read a letter from Howard Chipton, town manager of Longboat Key, expressing gratitude for Edgewater Police Department assistance after hurricanes. The letter said Edgewater officers "showed up in a big way" and that their presence helped avoid delays in debris collection and supported public safety during recovery.
Thurman read that Longboat Key officials were "so very grateful" for the police department's responsiveness and professionalism, and the council publicly thanked the department for the assistance. The letter will be included in the city’s records as formal recognition of interlocal support during the storm response.
