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Mayor Appoints New Tampa Police Chief
16th Annual Tampa Cotillion Planned
BY IRIS B. HOLTON Sentinel City Editor
On Tuesday, Mayor Bob Buckhorn appointed the new Chief of the Tampa Po- lice Department. He selected Interim Chief Brian Dugan to fill the vacancy created with the retirement of Eric Ward earlier this year.
In a press release, Mayor Buckhorn said, “During his 27-year career, Brian has set the gold standard for what it means to be a Tampa police officer. When I ap- pointed him to interim chief, I knew he had what it takes to lead one of the best police departments in the country.
“I have watched very closely over the last few months as Brian has demonstrated steadfast leadership through two very significant events. Each of these situations would have tested the most experienced chief and Brian passed with flying colors.”
Mayor Buckhorn went on to say that Chief Dugan worked around the clock during Hurricane Irma and led an all-out manhunt to find the killer(s) in Seminole Heights while ensuring the safety of the neighborhood
MAYOR BOB BUCKHORN
was a top priority.
Chief Dugan said, “I am
thankful and humbled that Mayor Buckhorn trusted me with this responsibility of leading the department. The majority of the credit should go to the men and women who work the streets. I look forward to partnering with them to build relationships with the people that we serve and protect the community.”
Chief Dugan was hired in 1990 and has worked in various areas throughout the
CHIEF BRIAN DUGAN
city.
He earned his Bachelor of
Science in Criminal Justice from West Liberty Univer- sity and a Master of Public Administration degree from Troy State University. He is a graduate of the prestigious Southern Police Institute’s Command Officers’ Devel- opment Course. H e is a member of several pro- fessional organizations as well.
Chief Dugan is married and the father of two chil- dren.
This Sunday, November 12th, the Tampa Cotillion- Debutante Organization will host its 16th Annual Cotillion. The event will take place from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m., at the Ra- mada Tampa Airport West- shore, 1200 N. Westshore Blvd., Tampa, 33607.
The theme for this year’s Cotillion is “Dreams Of To- morrow.” During the Cotillion, young ladies will be crowned. The young ladies will be es- corted by young men.
Ms. Sherrie Collins,
Coordinator of the event said, “There is no charge to attend the Coronation this year be- cause of our outstanding spon- sors, including Ms. Belize Gordon with Do’Terra. How- ever, seating is limited.”
The young ladies and their es- corts this year include: Lady Sarita Jade Rawlins, a graduating senior at Blake High School, who will be es- corted by Sir Brycen Single- ton, Sir George Messer will escort Junior Debutante, Sa’Taria Ashmiel, and Cotillionette, Ki’Yana Broner and Flower Girl of Honor, Gabrielle Marie Collins, will be escorted by Sir Keelan Broner.
Various local talents will be
LADY SARITA RAWLINS
displayed, students will per- form minuets and choreo- graphed routines, and individuals who have made significant contributions to the community will be honored.
This year, George Streets and Doug Bateman will cap- ture the event in photographs and videos. Roland Williams will provide the music and entertainment.
Anyone wishing to obtain more information can contact Ms. Collins at (386) 290- 6836, or by email at sher- rie_collins@yahoo.com.
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