Herndon Says Farewell to Two Longtime Police Officers

During Tuesday night's Town Council meeting, Herndon police officers Lt. Jeff Coulter and Sr. Officer Dave Patterson were honored for their service to the town. 

Coulter, who served as an officer for 27 years, retired on March 1. Patterson, who served the town for 26 years, retires on April 1.

During the presentations Coulter joked that he knew it was his time to retire as a police officer when he was writing a ticket and had to get out his reading glasses to read the drivers license. He said Herndon is blessed to have dedicated officers who make the town a great place. 

Patterson thanked his family, especially his wife, for supporting him during his career and putting up with latenight phone calls. 

Members of the Herndon Town Council thanked each of them for their service and time spent working for the town, and they were presented with certificates of appreciation.