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Ferrante to be Appointed New City Police Chief
He will take on the new role starting December 1.
The Zimmer Administration announced Monday Police Lieutenant Kenneth F. Ferrante will be appointed as the City of Hoboken’s next Chief of Police.
The change will go into effect on December 1, according to a recent press release. Edelmiro “Eddie” Garcia was appointed as Provisional Chief of Police last July and will retire the same day Ferrante steps in.
Lieutenant Ferrante has over 21 years of experience as a police officer performing patrol work and community policing initiatives, and more than 11 years of experience as a supervisor.
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He will implement a plan for the Hoboken Police Department, which will include the establishment of a waterfront/parks division, the enhancement of police training and an online report filing option for residents.
Lieutenant Ferrante has received multiple awards for his service including the Combat Cross, two Honorable Service awards and two Exceptional Duty awards.
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