Bradenton Beach Mayor Bill Shearon, right, introduces recently hired Bradenton Beach Police Officer Steve Masi, left, and commends Chief Sam Speciale for 30 years of service. Shearon noted that Speciale is the longest serving police administrator in Manatee County. Speciale also received congratulations at the meeting from Gary Tibbetts, special assistant to U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan, and County Commissioner John Chappie, a resident of the city for 40-plus years. Islander Photo: ChrisAnn Silver Esformes
New officer introduced, chief applauded
Bradenton Beach Mayor Bill Shearon, right, introduces recently hired Bradenton Beach Police Officer Steve Masi, left, and commends Chief Sam Speciale for 30 years of service. Shearon noted that Speciale is the longest serving police administrator in Manatee County. Speciale also received congratulations at the meeting from Gary Tibbetts, special assistant to U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan, and County Commissioner John Chappie, a resident of the city for 40-plus years. Islander Photo: ChrisAnn Silver Esformes