News brief: Tenino police chief let go by mayor

By Sharyn  L. Decker
Lewis County Sirens news reporter

Tenino’s mayor says he plans to hire a new police chief as as soon as possible after letting go Chief John Hutchings yesterday.

Hutchings was hired by Mayor Bret Brodersen’s predecessor in the summer of 2012.

“It’s just a difference in philosophies,” Brodersen said, calling the termination a release from service.

The small department is budgeted for a chief, three officers and a part time administrative person, but currently has only two officers, according to Brodersen. He appointed one of them as officer in charge for the time being, he said.

“I’m looking forward to improving the police department and continuing to provide quality services in the future,” Brodersen said. “I thank Mr. Hutchings for his service to the community and wish him the best in his future endeavors.”

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4 Responses to “News brief: Tenino police chief let go by mayor”

  1. the truth says:
    Saturday, March 28, 2015 at 9:05 am

    Small town politics at its best!

  2. BleeBloo says:
    Friday, March 27, 2015 at 9:50 am

    how hard could this job be in a town of eight people. you really have to mess up to get sacked.

  3. T Orr says:
    Friday, March 27, 2015 at 9:25 am

    Yeah, way to advertise lack of patrol! Now more people might feel safe moving there.

  4. XDs says:
    Thursday, March 26, 2015 at 7:30 pm

    Way to advertise lack of patrol!! lol