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1 1 1 X n .3 Police interviews - Terrill L. Hutson Page 14 Council Member Neal asked Mr. Hutson if you became the Chief here in Lino Lakes what would be your reaction. Mr. Hutson said "wake up and lets get to work". Council Member Neal asked Mr. Hutson how he would develop a good relationship with the police department. Mr. Hutson said change does not need to be painful, he is enthusiastic about the job and they are all in this together. Council Member Neal asked how Mr. Hutson would develop an effective working relationship with the Administrator and the City Council. Mr. Hutson said through communication, we are a team. He would speak with Mr. Schumacher daily to keep him informed so there would be no surprises. He is an employee of the people and knows his place. He would be a good resource for the Administrator and the Council in the area of law enforcement. Council Member Neal asked Mr. Hutson how he intended to develop a knowledge of the community. Mr. Hutson said he would talk to the people, he enjoys that and then they would get to know him too. After that he would get serious about what he could/could not do. Council Member Neal asked Mr. Hutson if he intended to be a working Chief. Mr. Hutson said he would be participative, he would have to spend time in his office but would want to get out. Council Member Neal asked what hours Mr. Hutson would be available. Mr. Hutson said he would be in the office from 8AM to 4PM, on duty 24 hours/day. He had no problems with meetings or his responsibility. He would like to be there and have a say in what happens. Council Member Bergeson, asked outside of police work what interest did Mr. Hutson have. Mr. Hutson said he fields calls from his daughter, spends time in his home, he likes to play tennis, ride a bike, play hockey and keep active in the community.