Police chief search with consultants
Town of DuckNorth Carolina- Detected
- Nov 4, 2026
- 5 days ago
- Sector
- Public Safety
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From the meeting
At the November 4, 2026 meeting, the Town Council directed staff to negotiate and execute a professional services contract with Developmental Associates for recruitment, evaluation, and hiring of a new Chief of Police. Police Chief Jeffrey Ackerman had announced a March 31, 2027 retirement, and the Town said the search would start immediately. The contract was not to exceed $35,000 and included coaching and background work.
Decision state: approved.
- Meeting date
- November 4, 2026
- Agency
- Town of Duck
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