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Police chief seeks part-time hire, reports cadet graduations and safety building survey
Summary
Police Chief Ryan Layman introduced Officer David Hockenhull as a candidate for part-time hire, reported cadet training updates (Megan Bunker graduated; Tyler is midway), cited 39 short-term rentals in town, and said a wetlands survey at the proposed police safety building was completed.
Police Chief Ryan Layman told the council on May 8 that one cadet, Megan Bunker, recently graduated from the academy and a second cadet, Tyler, is halfway through training. Layman introduced Officer David Hockenhull, who has 10 years at New Buffalo Police Department, and asked the council to hire him part time to cover shifts when needed.
Layman also said there are 39 short-term rentals in the village with one opening and reported that a wetlands survey was completed for the property proposed for the new police safety building. Council later voted to hire and set the salary for the part-time officer following a brief closed session.
Chief Layman discussed adding another Flock camera, estimating a cost of about $3,300 and recommending placement at East Court and Ponchartrain; councilmembers asked about placement and costs. The next police safety committee meeting is scheduled for Friday, June 12, and Layman encouraged residents to check the website for details.
