Newly-appointed Elkton Police Department Chief Carolyn Rogers sits at her office desk Wednesday in the agencys headquarters on Railroad Avenue. The Chief of Police works under the general administrative direction of the mayor. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. I am blessed and I have had an amazing career so far. ELKTON The Elkton Police Department is operating with a third of its force after a string of resignations this year. This is the name that will be displayed next to your photo for comments, blog posts, and more. Harris admitted that he lacks management experience. All of the officers are certified peace officers by the Commonwealth of Kentucky. In this file photo, Elkton Police Department Chief Matthew Donnelly sports a chef hat while grilling hotdogs during the National Night Out event at Meadow Park in August 2017. That is established procedure in an Officer-Involved Critical Incident. Well, it might be hard for them to believe but, this time, Ryan is actually going to relax, he said, mentioning off-handedly, Id like to get back into golf.. While saying he thought the council members had three good candidates to consider, Armbruster said he opposed making Harris the towns chief because he lacked administrative and management experience. After Donnelly was promoted to captain in 2012, making him second-in-command in the department, Elkton Town Administrator Lewis George appointed him acting EPD chief in July 2013, following the retirement of then-Chief William Ryan, who had served eight years in that position. We appreciate his willingness to bring his skills and knowledge as we seek a smooth transition.. A proponent of law enforcement training, Ryan saw three of his lower level supervisors Lt. Lawrence Waldridge, Donnelly and Zurolo attend the 10-week-long FBI Academy at that agencys headquarters in Quantico, Va., and graduate. Elkton Police Officers Sergeant Mike King Corporal Ryan Insana with K-9 Liberty Officer Craig Lam with K-9 Justice Detective Justin Kyle Officer Alan Johnson Officer Charles Roberts with K-9 Valor Part Time Officers Officer Eric Baker Judge declares mistrial in Elkton murder case; new trial set, Human skeletal remains found in the woods near Perryville, Police searching for two remaining Cecil County pre-trial release escapees, Man who stole $500K from company near Elkton must pay restitution, Suspects on loose after stabbing at residence near North East. Chief of Police. There were no injuries to any of the officers.. Don't Threaten. He did not return phone messages Tuesday and Wednesday seeking comment. E-mail:mwillenborg@elktonky.com, Download and Print Police Department Application for Employment. Phone: 410.398.4200 x 16 Department Memberships . After a three-month interview process, the Elkton Police Department has named David Harris the new Chief of Police. 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Council members Jay Dean, Steve America, Joshua Gooden and Margaretta Isom backed Harris, while Armbruster and Jeff Jones opposed his appointment. A good friend of mine growing up, George Hill, was working here, Donnelly said. Both Printz and Armbruster said Town Council had three strong candidates to consider. We will work to develop community partnerships enabling us to jointly solve problems and enhance the quality of life in our City. WE ARE OPEN - MONDAY TO FRIDAY 7:30am - 4:00pm. But in the management and administrative areas, there was a more qualified candidate and (other council members) chose not to choose him. Provo Mayor Michelle Kaufusi tells staff of the Provo Police Department about the immediate resignation Police Chief . Harris has agreed to accept a starting salary of $50,000, Armbruster said. He was seeing how I would react. Don't Threaten. Hes been serving here for 30 years and he has made it through the ranks. Born and raised in Cecil County, Rogers graduated from North East High School in 1987 and then enrolled in what was then known as Cecil Community College in Bay View although she still hadnt settled on a career choice at that point. JOB SUMMARY: A Patrol Officer is a full-time uniformed member of the police department whose primary function is to protect life and property, to preserve the public peace, to enforce local, state, and federal laws, to apprehend law violators, to prevent crime, to meet . officers providing drug awareness training to the elementary schools in Todd County. After discussing this with my family, Ive determined it is in my best interest personally and professionally to resign my position as Chief of Police, effective immediately. I dont see a problem there. Full-Time. Dealing with them when they're actually doing good, letting them know that we actually think about them when they're doing good things too," said Harris. Judge declares mistrial in Elkton murder case; new trial set, Human skeletal remains found in the woods near Perryville, Police searching for two remaining Cecil County pre-trial release escapees, Man who stole $500K from company near Elkton must pay restitution, Suspects on loose after stabbing at residence near North East. Copyright Daily Herald | www.heraldextra.com | 1200 Towne Centre Blvd. We'd love to hear eyewitness By Carl Hamilton cahamilton@cecilwhig.com. Active Membership. Police Department. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism Theyre asking, Now what are you going to do? By that time, George and Donnelly had known each other professionally for nearly 25 years, and there was a mutual respect. In June 2005, town officials made him acting chief when Rick Poundsberry, his predecessor, left the force. Winds NW at 10 to 20 mph.. During his 29-year professional law enforcement career, Beebe served five years with the Utah County Sheriffs Office and 24 years at the Provo Police Department. The Town of Elkton police department consists of 6 full-time officers, 2 part-time officers and an administrative assistant. Use the 'Report' link on Rogers also has served numerous other stints within the agency. We just need to sit down and come to an agreement on the way things should be done.. 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This will make my fourth retirement, said Ryan, who has been working almost ceaselessly since his first job flipping burgers at age 16 and who, until now, considered retirement just a segue into his next line of work. Details of this incident will be released upon completion of this investigation. Use the 'Report' link on Public Works: 209 Blue Ball Avenue. Be Nice. They usually are very quick to want to receive your personal information and pushy. Five Farmington City police officers have been placed on administrative leave as per department policy. A scammer, posing as their grandchild, explains that he or she has gotten into trouble and needs their help. ***Do not disclose any information before you have confirmed it really is your grandchild***. Elkton Police Department Chief Matthew Donnelly and EPD Det. You have entered an incorrect email address! Given his five decades in the work force, Ryan certainly deserves to cruise. ELKTON Carolyn Rogers started working with the Elkton Police Department in July 1990 as a meter maid a civilian position. It took me 12 years to go from academy to captain, noted Ryan, whose career also included stints in special operations, internal affairs and vice & narcotics. Mar 6, 2018 Updated Mar 6, 2018. cahamilton@cecilwhig.com. I thank you sincerely for the honor of serving you, the department, and the people of Provo.. Hammer, who was selected as chief of the Elkton department in December 2013, has submitted his resignation from that position. What transpired during that meeting epitomizes Donnelly as a police chief and as a person, according to Ziegenfuss. When I came back (after learning of her promotion), balloons filled my office and there was a cake.. The grandchild pleads to the grandparents to not tell his or her parents and asks that they wire hundreds to thousands of dollars for reasons including posting bail, repairing the grandchilds car, covering lawyers fees or even paying hospital bills for a person the grandchild injured in a car accident. He said his first few days have been full of meetings, but he plans to meet with the other officers to discuss a "plan of attack" for the drug problems going on in the town. Donnelly was attributed as an EPD source in numerous Cecil Whig articles during the next decade. Address: He holds people accountable when they need to be held accountable, but he also understands that we are human. Sign up today! Newly appointed Elkton Police Department Chief Carolyn Rogers talks with Town Commissioner Earl Piner on Wednesday on a downtown Main Street sidewalk. Winds light and variable. Rogers worked as a meter maid for only two months, from July 1990 to September 1990, walking around downtown Elkton and leaving $2 parking tickets on the windshields of vehicles in violation. He was so understanding, said Ziegenfuss, her voice choked with emotion as she recalled his response to her news. Its not good for your health or your psyche, Donnelly said, referring to inactivity. As one of his many lieutenant duties, Donnelly served as the EPD public information officer and, as such, he provided press releases and other information to the Cecil Whig and other news outlets. Do not pay in advance and never make a final payment until all work is completed to your satisfaction. The position also features help from various other law enforcement professionals, including assistant chiefs, captains, sergeants, and more. Though the officer lacks management experience, Gooden said he thinks Harris can grow into the chiefs role. Hes very good at that. Your application must be typed or printed legibly (in black ink only With the new wave of calls, victims are also contacted by someone claiming to be a police officer or lawyer representing the grandchild in court. Chief Donnelly. PO Box 578 You are contacted by someone who claims that you won their sweepstake or contest, and that all you have to do to receive your prize is to wire them money to cover taxes, service or shipping fees, or any number of other illegitimate excuses. The scammer will make no mention of a written contract or give great detail of the exact work that he will perform. Don't knowingly lie about anyone ELKTON Det. Hes constantly walking through the halls, talking to everyone. The primary function of the Police Department is deterring crime, stopping crimes in progress, investigating crimes, and serving as first responders for emergencies and situations that threaten . We also have an active Neighborhood Watch program. Not only does Rogers possess 30 years of law enforcement experience in a wide range of police work areas, she gained all of that with EPD meaning Rogers knows the department and the community extremely well, according to George. His family-comes-first philosophy also factored into his decision to retire. Elkton City Call 71 Public Square Elkton, Kentucky 42220, Thrive Theme by Thrive Creative Group, LLC. Part of a large family, Ryan was raised in Baltimore County where, back then, working industrial jobs for Bethlehem Steel at Sparrows Point or for General Motors or Lever Brothers were the obvious employment routes, he said. Be Nice. Donnelly, 54, is retiring effective Aug. 31 after serving 31 years with the department, the last seven of which as chief. Visit ourHuman Resources Page for the job posting and application process. We are constantly striving to improve our relationships and services. Ryan accepted a buyout from the hospital in 1998, after a corporate decision to handle security differently, and he seamlessly jumped into his next job performing an array of private security work and investigations in a firm started by one of his friends. The mission of the Murray City Police Department is to provide a safe and peaceful environment for people to live and work. Salute our Educators of Cecil County - Nominate Today! Despite his concerns about Harris, Armbruster said he thinks he can have a good working relationship with the new chief. A divided Elkton Town Council voted Monday night to promote David B. Harris, an officer with the towns police department, into the role of chief of police. CONTACT 989 375 2270 - PHONE 989 375 4361 - FAX. An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. each comment to let us know of abusive posts. Newly appointed Elkton Police Department Chief Carolyn Rogers stands beside a parking meter on Main Street in downtown Elkton on Nov. 25. A search will begin to replace Ross in the coming days. Threats of harming another Lindsey Ziegenfuss ham it up as swashbuckling pirates during a Trunk-or-Treat event at the Child Advocacy Center last fall. . Be Nice. I saw the police officers and thought to myself, I can do what these guys are doing, Rogers said. After a six-month stint as a detective, Ryan spent about 2 1/2 years in the radio room, a couple of years as a corporal supervising a road crew in Essex and six months as a desk sergeant in Garrison before returning to Essex with a longer list of responsibilities. Address:73 Public SquarePO Box 578Elkton, Ky 42220, Phone: 270.265.9879Fax: 270.265.5816Email: policedept@elktonky.com, Chief Bruce MarklinEmail: bmarklin@elktonky.com, Sergeant Rodney MoberlyEmail: rmoberly@elktonky.com, Sergeant Brian AtkinsonEmail: batkinson@elktonky.com, Police Officer Milton BurkeEmail: mburke@elktonky.com, Police Officer Monte L. StrodeEmail: mstrode@elktonky.com, Police Officer Willhelm Will MeyersEmail: wmeyers@elktonky.com, Police Officer Richard Rocky BarrEmail: rbarr@elktonky.com, The City of Elkton is proud to have some of the most qualified and professional police, officers in Kentucky. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, Main Number: (410) 398-4200. Harris, 52, said Tuesday afternoon that hes lived in Elkton for more than 30 years, loves the town and didnt want to work anywhere else. Your purchase was successful, and you are now logged in. She joined Elkton Police Department in July 1990. I know Ill ruffle a lot of features in saying that, but thats too bad, he said. The Department also has a fleet of five patrol cars and two four-wheel drive vehicles.