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I am thrilled to announce that my upcoming book, Guardians of the Community: Uniting Communities Through Sir Robert Peel's Time-Honored Principles, will be available for presale in the coming weeks!

This book has been a true labor of love, taking me nearly two years to complete. In it, I delve into Sir Robert Peel's foundational principles of modern policing and explore how these timeless ideas can be applied to foster unity and trust within our communities today.

*Sneak Peek Alert!*

I'm excited to share a sneak peek of the cover with you. Stay tuned for the full reveal. It's coming soon!

*Praise for "Guardians of the Community"*

Check out what the Retired Police Chief and Past President of the International Association of Chiefs of Police, Lou Dekmar, had to say about the book:

"This book is not just a resource but an essential read for anyone
invested in the safety and well-being of their community, be it public safety professionals or engaged citizens. Join Chief Grogan on this enlightening journey through the heart of community guardianship."

Lou Dekmar

I am incredibly grateful for the support and encouragement I’ve received throughout this journey. I can’t wait to share this work with all of you and to contribute to the ongoing dialogue about community-oriented policing.

🔜 Stay Tuned: More updates, including presale details and the full cover reveal, will be coming soon!

If you are interested in changing departments or becoming a police officer in Metro Atlanta, look no further than the Dunwoody Police Department. The City Council has continued its support of the department with another raise, has recently authorized five new positions, and is about to approve four public safety ambassadors.

At the Dunwoody Police Department, we believe in rewarding dedication and experience. With a starting salary of almost $ 60,000 for those with a high school degree and no experience, our generous scale for laterals ensures that your pay will increase based on your education and experience. If you have 10+ years of experience and a degree, your starting salary will be over $80,000, offering a promising path for career advancement. Your starting salary will be between those two numbers if your is less than 10+ years.

We are offering a $15,000 hiring bonus, and the City of Dunwoody will provide a $800-a-month housing stipend if you live there.

The list of benefits goes on and on. See the list on the post.

And, it is a great place to work!

Only a few positions are open and available so apply today.

A mid-year pay increase of 4.25 percent for police and other city employees was approved by Dunwoody City Council in April and will go into effect on May 30. This is in addition to a raise last year averaging 14 percent for police officers, detectives, sergeants, and lieutenants. Since 2021, the City of Dunwoody has adjusted pay for police seven separate times. As a result, officers and detectives have seen pay increases of 44.8 percent.

In addition to competitive pay, the Dunwoody Police Department offers a competitive package of benefits that includes the following:
*Take-home vehicle program
*$15,000 signing bonus
*$800 a month housing stipend for living in the city limits
*100% city-paid employee medical coverage starting on the first day of work
*90% city-paid family medical coverage starting on the first day of work
*Employer retirement contribution up to 21.2%
*100% city-paid life insurance, AD&D, and short and long-term disability insurance
*Up to $4,000 tuition assistance annually
*15 paid holidays
*$2,500 in additional pay for SWAT operators
*$4,000 per year bonus for CID/K-9/Crime Response Team/Community Outreach

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4b8HApg
Dunwoody Police Department

Check out this article I wrote about the failed police chief search in Oakland, CA. You are probably somewhat familiar with what is going on, but you might be surprised to find out how bad it is and how much turnover in the position there has been over the years.

Cracks in the Foundation: An In-Depth Look at Oakland's Failed Police Chief Recruitment Cracks in the Foundation: An In-Depth Look at Oakland's Failed Police Chief Recrutiment Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay In the heart of California, the city of Oakland faced a critical juncture in its history as it embarked on yet another

In most police chief appointments, the first choice is the one approved. However, that is not always the case. Check out this article about what to do if you are not the first choice.

Navigating the Challenges of Accepting a Police Chief Appointment When You Are Not the First Choice Taking on the role of a police chief is an enormous responsibility, one that comes with its fair share of challenges and complexities. But what happens