Special to the Salem News
COLUMBIANA The city should have a new police chief by the end of this month or in February.
City Manager Lance Willard said during this week’s council meeting that the Ohio Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) is assisting the city with the search for a new chief and the process takes about 90 days.
Former chief Tim Gladis announced his retirement on Nov. 4 after 11 years of service. Gladis had more than 40 years experience in law enforcement and was named police chief in July of 2009.
Since his retirement Sgt. Chris Dailey has stepped in until a replacement can be found.
Staff Writer
COLUMBIANA The city should have a new police chief by the end of this month or in February.
City Manager Lance Willard said during this week’s council meeting that the Ohio Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) is assisting the city with the search for a new chief and the process takes about 90 days.
Former chief Tim Gladis announced his retirement on Nov. 4 after 11 years of service. Gladis had more than 40 years experience in law enforcement and was named police chief in July of 2009.
Since his retirement Sgt. Chris Dailey has stepped in until a replacement can be found.