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Council appoints Justin Lopez as police officer, contingent on background check

City of China Grove City Council · August 1, 2026
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Summary

The council appointed Justin Lopez as a police officer contingent on successful completion of any required background investigation and approved a 180‑day probation success criteria and evaluation plan.

The China Grove City Council appointed Justin Lopez as a Police Officer on July 2, subject to successful completion of any required background investigation. Alderman Reynaldo Benitez moved the appointment and Mayor Pro Tem Fred Bean seconded; the motion was recorded as carried 5–0.

The minutes indicate the appointment includes the 180‑day probation success criteria and evaluation plan referenced in Exhibit L; the minutes do not include contract terms, salary, or effective start date. The appointment is contingent on completion of procedural background checks and standard law enforcement hiring processes.