AWARDS - PRESENTATIONS - ORGANIZATIONAL BUSINESS - Clark Arneson, City Manager
Title
SWEARING IN CEREMONY FOR SAFETY SERVICES MANAGER/POLICE CHIEF BRIAN PODANY
Background
The City of Blaine would like to welcome Brian Podany as the new Safety Services Manager/Police Chief. Chief Podany has more than 20 years of public safety experience from the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office where he most recently served as the commander of the patrol division. He has been with the County since 1995 and has held the positions of special deputy, deputy, major crimes detective, lieutenant, and captain. Chief Podany holds a master’s degree in public safety administration and a bachelor’s degree in police science from St. Mary’s University.
The Blaine City Council utilized Strategic Government Resources to conduct and manage the nationwide search. The City received 46 applications from individuals in 13 states, five finalists were selected. Candidate vetting included a comprehensive questionnaire, online interviews, a psychometric assessment, a thorough media search, and a rigorous background investigation.
The process was successful and the City is very pleased to welcome Chief Podany to Blaine who will be a great addition to the City.