Like most law enforcement officers, Sgt. Greg Potts doesn’t like to be the center of attention. So this is definitely not a story about Sgt. Potts, badge number 107, the Dublin Police Department veteran who is retiring this spring. Rather, this is a story about the community he has served for 35 years. It all started on March 1, 1983. Potts was fresh out of the academy. It would still be four years before Dublin would be incorporated as a city. At the time, it was a village of roughly 4,000 residents. Since then, it has grown to the second-largest city in central Ohio, with a population of more than 48,000. “There’s been constant change,” says Potts. “And that’s usually a good thing. It’s all I can imagine, in that it’s been this way since I hired on. I wouldn’t have it any other way.” He has a sort of carpe diem way of looking at things. “Sure, the past was good, and for the most part you enjoyed it, but you have to adapt and accept change,” he says. The Police Department has seen its share of changes over the years, keeping Potts on his toes. “I find it a challenge to keep up with the technology, training and procedural changes that confront us continuously,” he says. “I depend on those around me. Their expertise and willingness to help has been invaluable to me.” He has worked for five different police chiefs and six city managers. Across the decades, he’s appreciated the level of support and teamwork within the City. Working for the City of Dublin has been a point of pride for Potts. “I think most people from other areas are impressed with the service level here
107 Over and Out Police Sgt. Greg Potts prepares to retire after 35 years in Dublin By Lindsay Weisenauer
14 • April/May 2018
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