Thomas Dawley Appointed Pittsfield's New Police ChiefPolice Chief Thomas Dawley II, a 22-year veteran of the Pittsfield Police Department, wants to make Pittsfield the safest city in the county and the state. Pittsfield Councilors Query Code Changes for Police Chief HiringCity councilors believe that there needs to be more thought made to code changes that facilitate the city's search for a new police chief. Pittsfield Personnel Board Supports Police Chief Salary UpgradeThe city is looking to bump up its police chief salary to ensure equity and attract potential candidates. Mayor Chooses Sgt. Bailey as Interim North Adams ChiefMayor Jennifer Macksey has appointed Sgt. Mark Bailey to temporarily replace departed Chief Jason Wood. Mayor Tyer Appoints Interim Chief of PoliceChief Michael Wynn will retire in July. North Adams Police Chief Relieved of DutiesMayor Jennifer Macksey, in a brief email Saturday morning, said he will remain on paid administrative leave and had been notified his contract will not be renewed. North Adams Police Chief Under InvestigationWood's leave began March 8; the investigation is not criminal in nature. Williamstown Picks Interim Chief Ziemba for Permanent PostMichael Ziemba has been appointed as police chief after leading the force in an interim capacity for more than two years. |