Police chief contract

A longtime martial arts business owner and police CAB board member strongly supported a contract for the chief and suggested a city-run police academy.

Said the chief is the most approachable she has known and urged approval of his contract.

A Citizens Academy graduate praised the chief's leadership and urged a fair contract for continuity.

Said the chief is uniquely approachable and urged the city manager to get the contract done.

Cited the chief's advocacy for officers working without a contract since July as evidence of his leadership.

Called the contract 'a big win for the city' and credited council members for long supporting the idea.

Supported the contract but asked whether the chief would still report to the city manager and questioned equal treatment for the fire chief.

Praised the chief's relentless community presence and follow-through, asking the council to act before another city hires him.

Described the chief as 'boots on the ground,' citing the cold case unit and prayer gatherings, and urged renewal of his contract.