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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 31, 2007
CONTACT:    Lt. Harold Brady
623-930-3055

Glendale Police Department Welcomes New Public Information Officer

GLENDALE, Ariz. – Police Chief Steve Conrad has selected a veteran sergeant to serve as one of two public information officers for the Glendale Police Department.  Sgt. Jim Toomey officially began his new assignment on Monday, July 23rd.  Officer Matt Barnett will also continue in his role as public information officer (PIO.)

Sgt. Toomey is long-time West Valley resident, having lived or worked in Glendale since attending Apollo High School in 1978.  He joined the department in 1988, and served as PIO from 1994 until his promotion to sergeant in 1997.  He has a Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration from Ottawa University, and a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from Northern Arizona University.  Toomey is married and has two children.

“Sgt. Toomey brings a wealth of experience to the public information division,” said Chief Conrad. “Excellent communication is a priority for the department and we are pleased to welcome him in this position.”