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File #: R-25-316    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 9/10/2025 In control: Mayor and Council of Princeton
On agenda: 9/23/2025 Final action: 9/23/2025
Title: Resolution of the Mayor and Council of Princeton Approving Police Promotions for 2025
Attachments: 1. recommendation to council.pdf

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Resolution of the Mayor and Council of Princeton Approving Police Promotions for 2025

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WHEREAS, Princeton pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:14-118 has created and established the Princeton Police Department; and

 

WHEREAS, Princeton has provided for the Princeton Police Department a line of authority relating to the police function including the ability to promote and appoint officers for said department for the effective and efficient operation of the department; and

 

WHEREAS, Princeton wishes to make a merit-based promotion from within said police department to appoint officers to the positions of Chief of Police;                      

 

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of Princeton                      

approve the following promotions:

 

1.                     Princeton Police Department Captain Matthew Solovay is hereby promoted to the rank of Chief of Police of the Princeton Police Department effective October 1, 2025.