Wilmer PD recognizes years of service

WILMER – The City of Wilmer’s Police Department honored seven of its team at last week’s city council meeting, recognizing impressive years of service.

Wilmer Police Chief Victor Kemp said the years of service by these outstanding community servants are milestones that “represent a tremendous commitment to the city of Wilmer, our PD family and our mission to serve with honor and protect with vigilance.”

Each of the seven were recognized individually at the council meeting and congratulated for their dedication to the city.

“I pray for each member of our department often, that you remain safe and that you have peace and prosper in all that you do,” Kemp concluded.

Captain Eric Pon

25 years

Telecommunicator Laura Russell

25 years

Detective Sergeant Albert Weaver

20 years

Warrants Clerk Bonnie Tennison 

20 years

Lieutenant John Rhodes

10 years (17 years total)

K9 Officer Ryan Sawyer

15 years

Municipal Court Clerk Nalleli Briones

15 years