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Latest News from Sumner Police
Independent Investigative Team – Community Representative
Following the passage of Initiative 940 in 2019 the Washington State legislature subsequently passed SHB 1064 requiring that all police use of deadly force that results in death, substantial bodily harm, or great bodily harm requires an investigation completely independent of the involved agency. One of the requirements for independent […]
2024 Legislative Agenda
The State of Washington Legislative Session is beginning. Sumner’s Legislative Agenda highlights ours city’s needs including proposed bills that are supportive and those that are concerning with regard for the City’s ability to provide services including utilities and public safety.
Incident on November 20
Winco Car Theft & Shooting Sumner, WA — On 11/20/23 at about 11:30 pm, two subjects asked a woman for money in the parking lot of Winco in Sumner. When she reached into her purse to get them some cash, they fought her for her purse and stole her car […]
Mayor Hayden’s Special Moment with the South Sound Titans
Last night was an evening to remember. Our esteemed Mayor Hayden was honored with the opportunity to throw out the first pitch at the South Sound Titans baseball game - a moment both she and the team will undoubtedly cherish for years to come.
$20k Bonus for Lateral Police Hires
Come join our team! Check out all the great lateral incentives we are offering for Lateral and Exceptional Entry hires: Incentives: Other Benefits: *This incentive applies to new hires as of 1/1/2023 – 12/31/2023
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Contact Us
Emergencies or In-progress Incidents: Dial 911
Non-Emergency / 24-hour Police Dispatch:
(253) 287-4455 or (800) 562-9800
Administrative Offices: 253-863-6384
Tips: 253-299-5678
FAX: 253-299-5669
Animal Control: 253-299-PETS (7387)
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We're hiring an Assistant or Deputy City Attorney to support our City Attorney in managing city operations. This role involves a wide range of responsibilities from zoning and land use to labor relations and environmental law, with opportunities to act as City Attorney when needed. You'll work independently, handle complex issues, and potentially lead a team. If you're ready to make a significant impact in our community and know someone who'd be a great fit, share this opportunity. Join us to help shape Sumner's future!
Learn more here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sumnerwa/jobs/4468120/assistant-or-deputy-city-attorney?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Learn more here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sumnerwa/jobs/4468120/assistant-or-deputy-city-attorney?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
When crews are working on roadways, do your part to keep them safe!
📱 Put the phone DOWN!
🚧 Keep speeds low.
🚫 Drive sober & alert.
National Work Zone Awareness Week
#NWZAW #goorangeday
📱 Put the phone DOWN!
🚧 Keep speeds low.
🚫 Drive sober & alert.
National Work Zone Awareness Week
#NWZAW #goorangeday
It's almost time for our Spring Open House (or as we like to call it Pizza & Pop With Police!) Come on down to City hall from 5pm-7pm for some pizza, pop and conversation to see what's new at SPD! See you soon!
Last night we swore in our new Community Services Officer, Kurt O'Connor and our newest Police Officer, Codie Mendenhall. Congratulations to you both, and welcome to SPD!
We hope to see you tomorrow night (Tuesday, April 16) at our Open House! Come have some pizza, pop and good conversation and see what's going on at SPD! NOTE: the original post mistakenly said "tonight" and has been edited.
This week is National Public Safety Telecommunicator Appreciation Week. We want to express our heartfelt gratitude to all of the unsung heroes behind the scenes - our incredible Public Safety Telecommunicators across the nation, and especially to our call takers and dispatchers at @South Sound 911
Every day you guide callers through some of the toughest moments of their lives with calm and compassion. You guide us in the field and are our lifeline.
To all the Public Safety Telecommunicators out there, thank you for your unwavering commitment to keeping us and our communities safe. Your efforts often go unnoticed, but we hope you know they are deeply appreciated. Your dedication truly makes a difference!
Every day you guide callers through some of the toughest moments of their lives with calm and compassion. You guide us in the field and are our lifeline.
To all the Public Safety Telecommunicators out there, thank you for your unwavering commitment to keeping us and our communities safe. Your efforts often go unnoticed, but we hope you know they are deeply appreciated. Your dedication truly makes a difference!
