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City hires a police officer; committee outlines planned job postings
Summary
Chair announced the hiring of police officer Mason Palmer (from Ransom); the city reports 18 officers, three PD admin, a parking officer and five crossing guards. The committee also agreed to advertise multiple open positions and delay new hires' payroll start to July 1 if needed.
Chair announced the immediate hire of a new police officer. "We did hire a police officer today, Mason Palmer," Chair said, noting the officer came from Ransom. Staff member (S1) said that brings the force to 18 officers, with three PD administrative staff, a parking officer and five crossing guards; city hall staffing was described as 19 in total.
Committee members agreed to begin advertising for additional positions — maintenance crew, long-term planner and parks and recreation manager — while delaying any payroll start dates until the budget or new city manager is in place. Staff noted advertising and interview timing (one-month posting) with interviews planned for August and likely relocation for the selected candidate in September.
