Rockland police usher a new chief into position

Sarah Thompson
Wed, 07/06/2022 - 6:45pm
Newly appointed Rockland Police Chief Tim Carroll tells Council that he looks forward to meeting new challenges and to working with the professionals at the police department. (Photo by Sarah Thompson)
Fire Chief Chris Whytock and former Police Chief Chris Young listen as Carroll thanks his family and the community for their support. (Photo by Sarah Thompson)
The meeting was also streamed live on Zoom, with Councilor Sarah Austin giving her vote of approval from afar. (Photo by Sarah Thompson)
Tim Carroll’s family applauds the Council vote as Carroll prepares to say a few words. (Photo by Sarah Thompson)
(Photo by Sarah Thompson)
(Photo by Sarah Thompson)

    ROCKLAND — Deputy Chief Metcalf hired Tim Carroll as a fledgling patrol officer in 1991. Most recently, Chris Young held the position of chief for the same Rockland Police Department. On Wednesday, July 6, 2022, both former chiefs sat in attendance as Carroll received City Council approval to be the next leader of the department.

    “I just want to take this time to welcome Tim to the City of Rockland,” said City Manager Tom Luttrell. “We look forward to your leadership. You’ve got a great crew of men and women behind you that are anxious to get started, and support you.”

    Along with the former chiefs, several members of RPD showed their support by attending, as did the heads of other City departments.

    “I’m very excited to take on this role,” said Carroll. “I think this is a fantastic group of professionals that already exist in the Rockland Police Department. It’s a top-notch. It’s always had the respect. I look forward to working with all of the members here.”

    In starting his new role on July 11, Carroll’s salary will be $115,000, and his contract has no end date, according to Luttrell.

     

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