FRANKFORT, Ind. – Frankfort Police Chief Scott Shoemaker presented to the Board of Public Works and Safety meeting on Monday personnel changes; a new officer, a promotion and a retirement all were approved by the BOW.
New Officer
Matt Henley was approved to replace Jim Skinner who retired on July 31st. Henley is a graduate of Rossville Schools and has previously been a Corrections Officer and Dispatcher in Clinton County. He was sworn in with his family and friends by Mayor Judy Sheets.
Promotion
Sergeant Chris Salaba was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. Salaba is a field training officer, a certified general instructor, a crisis-hostage negotiator and certified in critical incident stress management as well as peer support. He was promoted to Sergeant in July 2020. He has been a very active officer on patrol as well as within the K9 unit. He was unanimously selected by the promotion committee. His promotion was effective Monday.
Retirement
Officer Michael Cesare has served the City of Frankfort for 28.5 years as a city police officer. Before that he was an Indiana State Trooper for four years. Officer Cesare has held many ranks, including Deputy Chief of Police. Officer Cesare will enjoy more family time and remains in the community serving with the Community Schools of Frankfort. His last official day with FPD is October 3, 2022.
