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Another Year has quickly passed, and the lessons and successes are now engrained within our legacy.  The legacy of this office is rich with history brought forth by the plethora of talented men and women who have served our mission.  That’s where I would like to begin with this year’s annual message.  

In a time where organizations continue to face many challenges, leadership plays an instrumental role in addressing these complex times.  Our leaders must understand that in today’s workplace, there’s not a single answer to motivate our team-members.  We must maximize your talents in such a way that it collectively compliments the mission. The validation of our team-members is vital to the overall success of this office.  

In this ever-changing workplace terrain, leaders need to think differently about how to motivate their teams.  Leaders must be innovative, creative, and forward thinking.  Diverting from the traditional ways of leading that have become too predictable and uninspiring are essential.  

My cultural expectations begin with my senior leaders with transparent transition down to each one of you.   These expectations include the following:  Developing You, Leading Change, Navigating different Perspectives, Leading Teams and Career Confidence and Security.  Leadership is simple, but never easy!  I have great confidence with my leadership teams and will continue to empower and challenge them to adhere to the words within this annual message to promote our community message, mission and most important, you.

My priorities in 2023 are defined based on two words, “Investment and Reputation.”  I will begin with Investment.  

The personal and professional investments you make every day enhances our abilities and opportunities.  The countless educational, prevention and enforcement grants and programs, team-member market adjustments, recruitment and retention, state of the art equipment and technology, updated training and our continued community support come from your willingness to do what’s legally, morally, and ethically “Right”.  We will always enforce the Rule of Law based on the facts, absent politics, opinions, social media, and emotions.  

Secondly, our earned and respected reputation are integrated into our community culture. A culture that embraces and dictates our behavior supported by our public safety Oath of Office.  We are Role Models and when we fail to fulfill this obligation, one must make that difficult decision, “Are able to serve others?”  I am so proud of the men and women who without thought and unselfish commitment place their lives in danger to help their fellow man.  You truly are the strength and foundation to all our achievements promoting a continued legacy for this office.  

In closing, your health, welfare, and safety are always paramount to me.  Sadly, last year proved to be a year of uncertainty and great danger to the men and women of this office.  As demonstrated over the last year and beyond, my leadership team and myself will “always” be there in your time of need to ensure you and your family have the support, resources, comfort, and structure to address these life-threatening scenarios.  You’ll never be left alone!  

Please be vigilant out there and Thank You for your Service to this Office and our Citizens!

With Great Pride and Honor,

Mark J. Dannels

Sheriff Mark J. Dannels

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