As mentioned in Octobers council report. Officer Jesse Steffanson has taken a position with the Oregon State Police. His last day was November 23rd. Our traffic officer (Officer Dale Willcox) has been transferred back to patrol for the time being to cover the slot left behind by Officer Steffanson. We continue to recruit for a new officer to replace Officer Steffanson and I expect to have the position advertised by the end of December.

Recruitment for our open Records Specialist continues. We are about to close the application process and begin the testing phase soon. We have a higher number of applications than expected so were excited to begin the next phase of the process. Records Manager Julie Smith is working with me on this process. A selection for the position is expected some time in late January if all goes according to plan. This will be a big help to our records/front desk staff who have been understaffed for some time now. This will allow us, after our new employee is trained, to offer more services to the public, such as fingerprinting services.

I am continuing to prepare for my departure to the FBI National Academy which is just a short time away. Sergeant Sean Lundry has attended numerous meetings with me in preparation for his role when I am away. You will see him at council meetings and other functions during my absence.

I will continue with council reports while I’m away. I am hoping each and every one of you has a safe and happy holiday season.