Mason’s New Police Chief – Todd Carter
Swearing-in Ceremony for Mason’s New Police Chief Was Held Monday, December 12, 2016 Mason City Manager Eric Hansen announced the appointment of Assistant Chief Todd Carter to Chief of Police effective January 1, 2017. Captain Carter is a 33-year veteran of the Mason Police Department and has served in a number of roles and assignments. He started his service in August 1983 as a Patrol Officer and has since served as a Detective, the City’s first School Resource Officer, Sergeant, Detective Sergeant, Lieutenant, and Assistant Chief in charge of Police Operations. Chief Carter was born and raised in Mason and is a 1978 graduate of Mason High School. In 1982, Chief Carter obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from Wilmington College and in 2006 a Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Xavier University. While attending Xavier University, Chief Carter received the Paul H. Hahn Graduate Award for Academic Achievement. Chief Carter is also a graduate of Northwestern University’s School of Police Staff and Command receiving a Letter of Commendation for Academic Achievement for his participation in the program.
Front Row (left to right): Council member Kathy Grossmann, Council member Charlene Pelfrey, Lisa Carter (wife), Chief Todd Carter, Council member Diana Nelson, Vice Mayor Barbara Berry-Spaeth, Council member Ashley Chance. Back Row (left to right): City Manager Eric Hansen, Council member Don Prince, Chief Ferrell, Mayor Victor Kidd.
“It is an honor to become the Chief of Police in the community I grew up in and have served for over 33 years. I have enjoyed being part of Mason from its roots as a rural farm town to today as one of the premier communities in the region. I am excited for the opportunities that lie ahead for Mason and the Department. We have some of the best police officers in the country and I am committed to providing the leadership needed to further Mason’s plan for the future.” –Chief Carter.
Best of the North
Congratulations to Deerfield Township’s own, Cincy Mag’s “Best of the North” Winners! Best Park
Cottell Park
Best Preschool
Skidaddles
Best Music Instruction
Cincinnati School of Music
Best Fitness Class
Pure Barre
Best Garden Center
Natorp’s Nursery
Best Place to Pamper your Pet
A Fortunate Dog Spa
Best Place for a Spa Day
Hand & Stone Massage & Facial Spa
26 CenterPoint Spring 2017