VALLEY CITY, N.D. – (NewsDakota) - The Valley City Commission unanimously approved of a resignation agreement with Police Chief Fred Thompson Thurs.
Several city officials told Thompson he brought a higher level of professionalism to the department since his tenure began in July of 2012.
Thompson thanked the commission for their support during his four years of service to the city. He said he will pursue another opportunity, he didn’t give any details.
City Administrator David Schelkoph said the resignation goes into effect immediately. Lt. Phil Hatcher is the Acting Police Chief. Schelkoph said the search process for a new chief of police will begin in January.
Hatcher said the resignation of Thompson was a surprise to him and other police officers.