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Trenton promotes two officers to sergeant

Trenton City Council · July 14, 2026
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Summary

At its July 14 meeting, the Trenton City Council and Mayor honored Officers Austin McDonald and Justin Wigtion as they were promoted to sergeant; Chief Bill Cusson performed the pinning ceremony and council members offered congratulations.

At the July 14 Trenton City Council meeting, Police Chief Bill Cusson promoted Officers Austin McDonald and Justin Wigtion to the rank of sergeant in a brief ceremony.

Chief Cusson pinned both officers in front of family members and council. "Mayor expressed congratulations to the two officers on their promotions," the minutes record. Council members echoed that sentiment and thanked families for attending.

The council did not take a formal recorded vote on the promotions during the public meeting; the event was presented as a personnel announcement and ceremonial recognition. The mayor and several aldermen noted the promotions as a positive example of promoting from within the department.