My name is Aaron Sandrock, and I am a citizen of Prophetstown, I am writing to make the City Council aware and also make it known that the Citizens need to make their voices heard. As we know Bruce Franks is retiring as Chief of Police coming in 2024. I speak for many citizens of Prophetstown and really feel that Chad Hermes, a previous police officer for the city of Prophetstown, should be given the opportunity to come back and serve as the new Chief of Police in Prophetstown.
Chad has served in the United States Military, he’s served with Rock Falls Police, Prophetstown Police and most recently Albany Police as Chief of Police. Chad has done many amazing things for this community and he’s always been professional above every level. Chad is someone many of us look up to and his wife Heather is just as professional and always willing to help and go above and beyond.
I’d like to congratulate Bruce on his 30+ years with Prophetstown and really thank him for going above and beyond.
I am asking the Council and Mayor to possibly consider the idea of Chad Hermes to return as the next Chief of Police in Prophetstown.
