The Sparta Board of Aldermen has opened in-house applications to fill its police chief position. Chief Doug Goff will retire this June. Mayor Jerry Lowery said he wanted to consider city officers before welcoming outside candidates for the job. “Under my mayorship, I have been trying to let people know that you can work with the city of Sparta and ... Read More »
Sparta Police Chief Doug Goff officially submitted his resignation for retirement this week. Goff said he has spent the last three and a half years serving the community as chief and has been with the department since 2006. He said he decided now was the time so he could spend more time with family and get more involved with his ... Read More »
The Sparta Police Department will introduce tasers as one of its tools to ensure officer and resident safety. Police Chief Doug Goff said 15 refurbished ones will be delivered to the department this week for training to begin. “We assess our needs at the police department almost constantly everyday,” Goff said. “We’ve had several situations where tasers are actually needed.” ... Read More »
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