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Highland Falls appoints Tyler Vecchio as full‑time police sergeant
Summary
The Village of Highland Falls Board of Trustees appointed Tyler Vecchio as a full‑time police sergeant effective immediately, on the recommendation of Police Chief Jason Twerby. The motion passed on a 4–1 roll call with Trustee Olivia recorded as opposed.
The Village of Highland Falls Board of Trustees on June 15 approved the immediate appointment of Tyler Vecchio to a full‑time police sergeant position under the PBA contract, with a maximum 26‑week probationary period. Police Chief Jason Twerby recommended the promotion, and the board moved the item up on the agenda to accommodate attendees.
Mayor DeSalvo congratulated Vecchio and the department after the vote, saying, "I congratulate him and the department." Trustee Carroll made the motion to appoint, Trustee Grama seconded it, and the clerk called the roll. Trustee Olivia voted "No," and Trustees Ramos, Carroll and Gardullo and Mayor DeSalvo voted "Aye," after which the mayor declared the motion carried.
The appointment paperwork reflects the standard PBA starting rate for sergeants; the clerk recorded the motion and results in the meeting minutes. Village officials did not provide additional details about Vecchio's prior assignments during the public portion of the meeting.
