Overview
- A posted notice said the department was dissolved and all personnel were terminated, with Whitfield County deputies now providing law enforcement.
- Mayor Ron Schinnick said he acted alone and that the city council was not involved.
- The announcement came days after a joint press conference where the mayor and then–Police Chief Greg Fowler said mediation had resolved their issues.
- Former officers said they received no advance notice and are holding weapons and other gear until a legal town employee can sign for the return.
- A public meeting has been posted to consider reinstating the department and a request for the mayor’s immediate resignation.