New Boardman chief has some concerns

BOARDMAN — Patrick Berarducci spent his first day at the helm of the township police department meeting personnel and getting to know the department’s inner workings.

“It’s a very good department,” said Berarducci, 56, formerly of Medina.

He started the job Tuesday, retiring last month after 28 years as an agent with the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.

Trustees hired him in late December, agreeing to pay him $93,200 per year. His contract runs for three years.

He has some concerns as he begins his duties.

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