Resolution 7683 Appreciation for Chief Farniok 30 years

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`�kESHO�� A RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION FOR CHIEF CORREY FARNIOK IN RECOGNITION OF THIRTY YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE RESOLUTION 7683 WHEREAS, Correy Farniok began his service to the community as a Community Service Officer in 1995 and was appointed as a Police Officer on March 1, 1996; and WHEREAS, through professionalism, leadership, and dedication to public service, Correy advanced through the ranks of the department, serving as Sergeant beginning in 2000 and ultimately being appointed Police Chief in 2007; and WHEREAS, throughout his career, Correy led with integrity, professionalism, and a strong commitment to public safety and community engagement; and WHEREAS, Correy fostered strong partnerships with neighboring public safety agencies, local schools, community organizations, and emergency response partners to better serve the community; and WHEREAS, under Correy's leadership, the department expanded and strengthened its services through initiatives including the K9 program, investigations division, school resource officer program, regional SWAT participation, drug task force involvement, and embedded social worker program; and WHEREAS, Correy successfully led the merger of the Mound and Orono Police Departments into one cohesive organization that now provides efficient, community -focused police services to four communities; and WHEREAS, Correy's thirty years of service have been characterized by professionalism, leadership, and a steadfast commitment to providing the highest quality service to the City and its residents. RESOLVED, that the Orono City Council, staff, and residents hereby extend their sincere appreciation and gratitude to Correy Farniok for his dedicated service to the community as Police Chief. Adopted by the City Council of Orono, Minnesota at a regular meeting held this 26 day of May 2026. ATTEST- Chri usra ity Clerk Bob Tunheim, Mayor