The meeting centered on the assignment and retention of rookie officer Aaron Thorson.
Discussions included concerns over Thorson's background and motivations for joining the department.
A decision was made to continue training Thorson given his demonstrated commitment, instead of allowing his resignation.
The conversation primarily involved a supervisor and subordinate discussing department staffing and training priorities.
Action Items
Immediate – Aaron Thorson: Set up the shop and begin the next stage of training under supervision.
Rookie Assignment & Retention Discussion
The supervisor considered allowing the rookie, Aaron Thorson, to resign but learned he was unwilling to do so.
Thorson emphasized his commitment to becoming a police officer and willingness to work at any department, not just the current one.
The supervisor recognized the value of diverse perspectives among rookies, referencing prior advice on this topic.
Ultimately, it was decided that, due to Thorson's motivation and persistence, he would remain and receive proper training to ensure he meets standards before potentially transferring elsewhere.
Decisions
Retain and train Aaron Thorson — Decision made to continue his training based on his commitment and to ensure he is well-prepared, rather than letting him transfer to another department.
Open Questions / Follow-Ups
No unresolved questions or follow-ups were raised during this discussion.