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HomeMy WebLinkAbout14683RESOLUTION NO. 14683 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF STEVEN CHRIS NOELLER TO THE POSITION OF CHIEF OF POLICE WHEREAS, Mayor Nicholas A. Gradisar has requested confirmation by the City Council of his appointment of Steven Chris Noeller to the position of Chief of Police; and WHEREAS, Steven Chris Noeller meets the qualifications for appointment as the Chief of Police based upon his education, training and experience; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF PUEBLO, that: SECTION 1: The appointment by the Mayor of Mr. Noeller as Chief of Police shall be and hereby is confirmed by the City Council. SECTION 2: The officers and staff of the City are authorized to perform any and all acts consistent with this Resolution and the attached agreements which are necessary or appropriate to implement the appointment described herein. SECTION 3: This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon passage and approval. INTRODUCED August 9, 2021 BY: Robert Schilling MEMBER OF CITY COUNCIL APPROVED: PRESIDENT OF CITY COUNCIL ATTESTED BY: CITY CLERK City Clerk’s Office Item # Q-3 BACKGROUND PAPER FOR PROPOSED RESOLUTION COUNCIL MEETING DATE: August 9, 2021 TO: President Lawrence W. Atencio and Members of City Council VIA: Marisa Stoller, City Clerk FROM: Mayor Nicholas A. Gradisar SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF STEVEN CHRIS NOELLER TO THE POSITION OF CHIEF OF POLICE SUMMARY: The Mayor has appointed Steven Chris Noeller to the position of Chief of Police and requests confirmation of said appointment by the City Council. Such appointment is based on Mr. Noeller’s education, training, experience, and fitness for the position. PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION: None. BACKGROUND: The former Chief of Police, Troy Davenport, retired from the position in July 2021, leaving this vacancy. The City engaged in national search to fill this critical position in the City. During the recruitment period, Steven Chris Noeller has been serving as Acting Chief of Police. Mayor Gradisar, along with an interview committee made of representatives from the community and local professional associations, has reviewed the qualifications of Steven Chris Noeller. Chris Noeller has served as Acting Chief of Police since April 2021 and Deputy Chief of Police since November 2017, overseeing the Operations Bureau which accounts for patrol, traffic, Honor Guard, Chaplains Corps, and the drone unit. June 2021 marked Noeller’s 25th year of dedicated service to the City of Pueblo. From a patrol officer in 1996, Noeller was promoted to detective, sergeant, SWAT Officer, and Captain, giving him a well-rounded experience along with numerous letters of commendation. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: The salary and benefits of the Chief of Police have been budgeted and appropriated within the 2021 budget. BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: Not applicable to this Resolution. STAKEHOLDER PROCESS: Not applicable to this Resolution. ALTERNATIVES: Failure to confirm the appointment of the Police Chief will result in that position remaining vacant. RECOMMENDATION: Approval of the Resolution. Attachments: Proposed Resolution