Provided by Cedar Rapids KCRG-TV Waterloo Police Chief Joel. By KCRG Staff Published : Aug. 23, 2022 at 8:13 AM CDT All of those combined with the experience is going to make him an outstanding police chief for the city of Waterloo. Police Department - 315-539-2022. You can cancel at any time. Theres just so much Ive learned over the years, he said during the swearing-in ceremony. Visitors watch as Meskwaki tribe members perform the Friendship Dance during the annual Meskwaki Powwow at the Meskwaki Powwow grounds near Tama on Saturday. You have permission to edit this article. The Waterloo Police Office [] Right now, they get 90 days severancepay, if they're removed from their position. So working with our team for all of our frontline operations and ensuring that our investigative capacity is at its best and at its most optimal," he said. COURIER STAFF. Hes been a member of the Waterloo Police Department since 1990. Without a doubt, (Leibold) stood far and above the other applicants, Hart said. Marketing and Website Provided by 'corePHP' LLC. In this economy, everyone must do what is right for their family. Professionalism and Organizational Excellence, Community Engagement and Partnerships, Operational Improvements/Performance Metrics, and Intelligent Technology Development and Infrastructure Expansion. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. addyf8f2dab2d251c9e524dda078bf3522f3 = addyf8f2dab2d251c9e524dda078bf3522f3 + 'waterloopolice' + '.' + 'com'; All Rights Reserved. The Waterloo Police Department provides 24 hour coverage to the Community. We want the people of our town to be proud to call Waterloo home. Waterloo PD has put great people in leadership positions and has great veteran and young officers working diligently to provide for community safety. But, do I think they'll get a year severancepay in their contract? Waterloo Police Chief Fitzgerald now second-highest paid Chief in Iowa. Santa Claus asks Camila Tenorio, 9, what she wants for Christmas at Waterloo's Winter Wonderloo Saturday in downtown Waterloo. Waterloo Police Chief Joel Fitzgerald to resign, Salvation Army Shelters combine, blame work shortage, Walter, Cedar Falls dog that inspired Ive Pet That Dog, has died, WATERLOO RAGBRAI: Maps, routes, and road closures, Hudson students take on the Kids Heart Challenge, Search for Cedar Falls Library director to involve public, Single-vehicle rollover accident caused personal injury in Cedar Falls. In 1998, he was promoted to sergeant. You have permission to edit this article. Over his career, he has served in areas including Neighbourhood Policing & Investigations - Patrol, Intimate Partner Violence, Communications, Special Victims - Sexual Assault, Administrative Support - Records, as the Executive Officer to the Chief of Police, and as Deputy Chief of Police. The Village of Waterloo is applying for a 2022 Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) for the Wastewater Infrastructure Engineering Planning Grant (EPG) program to conduct a study for WWTP Improvements. Phone. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). A release from a news release reads in part: "The competition for highly educated and experienced professionals keeps getting tougher, especially when competing against larger markets for skilled talent," says Waterloo Mayor Quentin Hart. Jerquondis Anderson-Phillips, 8, has a moment with Ms. Claus while his mother, Charnesha Phillips looks on during the Winter Wonder'loo 2013. CBC's Journalistic Standards and Practices. More recently, Fitzgerald was among a group of city leaders and law enforcement officials who came together to publicly voice how they believe local gun violence wont be solved with arrests. WATERLOO The city has named its new police chief. The lights on the Christmas tree at East Fourth Street and Sycamore Street come on in November 2019 during Winter Wonder'Loo in downtown Waterloo. He has worked patrol, crime lab and internal affairs. Waterloo's police chief said retention and recruiting issues at the Waterloo Police Department are part of a larger problem nationwide. Crowellhas worked with the service for 22 years. The Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) has a new chief. The police department in Waterloo, Iowa, is in a showdown with its first Black police chief over the removal of . WATERLOO, Iowa Dr. Joel Fitzgerald Sr., Chief Deputy Sheriff of Philadelphia, will be the new police chief for the City of Waterloo. Veterans are honored during the grand entry of the annual Meskwaki Powwow at the Meskwaki Powwow grounds. Sgt. But, do I think they'll get a year severancepay in their contract? The City of Waterloo accepted the resignation. In an effort to provide our community with relevant and important information at the touch of a button we have added several new features to our website. People watch as fireworks are set off after the lighting of the tree Saturday during the Waterloo Lights the Night event to kick off the Winter Wonder'Loo shopping season. There's potential that this could increase two or three percent on July 1st. The village of Waterloo may have a new police chief by late-Monday. A chief of Police and one patrolman were appointed. Home / Recruiting / Current Job Opportunities. Santa Claus meets 1-year-old Taliyah Parks, center, and her sister, Nevaeh Soderstrom, with Terry Bushcamp, right, during the Winter Wonder'Loo at the Black's Building Saturday in Waterloo. Liebolds salary will be $161,304, according to his employee agreement. All rights reserved. Salaries can vary greatly depending on numerous factors, including position, location, years of experience, and level of education. Under the terms of the new contract, Fitzgerald would receive one year's severance pay with full health benefits should he be terminated from the position. Waterloo police Chief Tim Donahue said video evidence from inside Lil Kidz Country Care captures a daycare worker dropping a pill into a bottle and giving it to a child. Interim Chief Leibold is a graduate of the FBI National Academy and FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development School. Change rarely is, but we have seen the positive impact these changes have made both internally and in our neighborhoods through increased community engagement. You may E-Mail your information to our department, or you may call any of the following numbers and provide the information anonymously: Waterloo Police Department, 920-478-2343; Jefferson County Drug Task Force, 920-568-2580; State of Wisconsin Drug Tip Line, 1-800-NAB-DRUG, (1-800-622-3784). Four Oaks held its annual adoption celebration at the Black Hawk County Courthouse on Nov. 18, 2022. Waterloo police Chief Tim Donahue said video evidence from inside Lil Kidz Country Care captures a daycare worker dropping a pill into a bottle and giving it to a child. Cemetery - 315-539-0810. Waterloo police chief resigns to take another job in Colorado. This would include one year of health insurance benefits. New Waterloo police chief may be named Monday. Three people applied for the job and were interviewed. WATERLOO, Iowa (KCRG) - The Police Chief of Waterloo has resigned after accepting a position in the state of Colorado. Waterloo Mayor Quentin Hart is recommending interim chief Joe Leibold for the position. Thanks to the amazing generosity of our members and the Waterloo Regional Police Association, over $21,000 was raised in support of Constable Jesse Hoffman after an accident left him with serious injuries and months spent in the hospital recovering. Please note that CBC does not endorse the opinions expressed in comments. WATERLOO - Two people were injured in an early morning shooting in Waterloo on Sunday. We pray for Joe Liebolds success as interim chief and stand ready to support him in his efforts. Cheyenne Bholla is a Waterloo Region-based reporter at The Record. The Waterloo Police Department is the municipal police department for the city of Waterloo, Iowa. Published Nov. 24, 2022 4:37 p.m. PST. WATERLOO, Iowa (KWWL) - The City of Waterloo has announced Dr. Joel Fitzgerald is resigning as Chief of Police effective Friday, August 19. Officials preparing for a busy general election following . James Chechak has worked as interim chief since Sept. 1. Fitzgerald recently accepted the position, which. Also during his tenure, the former griffin logo, which resembled a Ku Klux Klan dragon, was replaced with a new emblem. A year's severancepay. "I am honoured and humbled to have been selected by the board to serve as chief of police for WRPS," said chief-designate Crowell in an online statement. Doing a police officers job is difficult. Current Job Opportunities. Waterloo Regional Police Chief Bryan Larkin says he is retiring after 31 years in uniform and nearly eight years as top cop. But the thing that stands out the most about all of those things is that he is an incredible human being, you know, always encouraging, always staying focused on whats most important, loving people within his community. Waterloo Regional Police introduce Mark Crowell as new chief. WATERLOO, Iowa (AP) The first Black police chief in Waterloo, Iowa, is facing intense opposition from some current and former officers as he works with city leaders to reform the department, including the removal of its longtime insignia that resembles a Ku Klux Klan dragon. Comments are welcome while open. On Monday, the police service announced that Deputy Chief Shirley Hilton would be leaving after 33 years of active duty. WATERLOO, Iowa (KWWL) -- Mayor Quentin Hart has recommended Joe Leibold as Waterloo's next Police Chief. People watch as fireworks are set off after the lighting of the tree Saturday during the Waterloo Lights the Night event. The village board meets at the municipal building, and includes a motion to appoint a new chief. Police Salary. Leibold has served as interim Chief since Joel Fitzgerald left the position for a job in the Denver area in August. John Goodman has been acting police chief following Bryan Larkin's retirement. The department currently consists of a staff of 120 sworn officers and 11 civilians. The Waterloo PD should be very proud of their accomplishments over the last two years.. 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Since 1868 there have been 12 Marshals and 21 Police Chiefs for the City of Waterloo. He became a lieutenant in 2004 and a captain in 2008. Fitzgerald served as the City's Police Chief for two years,. Police Service above self, Uncompromising integrity, Professionalism on/off the job, and Vigilance in safeguarding our stakeholders. For crimes or complaints not eligible for online reporting, please contact us by phone. Chief Joe Leibold has been with the Waterloo Police Department since 1990. WATERLOO, IA The first Black police chief in Waterloo, Iowa who is a former Allentown police chief is facing intense opposition from some current and former officers as he works with city leaders to reform the department, including the removal of its longtime insignia that resembles a Ku Klux Klan dragon. We wish the Fitzgerald family well and thank Joel for all he accomplished in his time here.". If Leibold is approved, he will be sworn in on Monday. The Waterloo Police Department, built up in 1933, is the essential law requirement organization serving the City of Waterloo, Black Hawk County, Iowa. var addyf8f2dab2d251c9e524dda078bf3522f3 = 'policechief' + '@'; WATERLOO The village may have a new police chief soon, possibly as early as Monday night. Waterloo Regional Police Services Board has announced current Deputy Chief Mark Crowell as the new chief of police. Police Science alumnus named Waterloo police chief - Hawkeye Community College Closed for Winter Break Hawkeye Community College will be closed for Winter Break Tuesday, December 20, 2022 - Monday, January 2, 2023. The village has been without a permanent police chief since Jason Godley retired Aug. 31 after 22 years of service, including the past five as chief. The chart below represents localized salaries for some of our most popular Police job titles in Waterloo, IA. 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