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RESOLUTION NO. 84-43
RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING RICHARD W. SETTER
WHEREAS, Richard W. Setter has served as Chief of Police since 1975 and
has been a member of the St. Louis Park Police Department since
1961;
WHEREAS, during his tenure as Chief of Police, Richard W. Setter is credited
with initiating many innovative law enforcement programs including
the Crime Prevention Fund, Neighborhood Watch, and the Community
Service Officer program;
WHEREAS, under his direction, the St. Louis Park Police Department has
gained national prominence through the unprecedented efforts
of Project UNICORN;
WHEREAS, his leadership has been characterized by a dedication to the
principles of law enforcement and strong support for continuing
education and the professionalization of police officers;
WHEREAS, his commitment to professional law enforcement has been manifested
through his service as chairman of the Peace Officers Standards
and Training Board from 1978 through 1982; and
WHEREAS, he has recognized the importance of community -wide involvement
in law enforcement matters and has been instrumental in forging
a partnership between the St. Louis Park Police Department and
the community which it serves;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of St. Louis
Park that Richard W. Setter is hereby commended for his 22 years of service
to the City and his 9 years of a vigorous and forward-looking leadership
of the St. Louis Park Police Department.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the St. Louis Park City Council, on behalf
of all residents, congratulates Richard W. Setter on his appointment as
Chief of Police in the City of Minnetonka and wishes him every success
in his new position.
Adopted by the City Council April 16, 1984
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Attest:
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Reviewed for Administration:
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Approved as to form and legality:
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