NEWMAN — In an emotional moment during the May 27 Newman City Council meeting, Police Chief Randy Richardson welcomed a new officer to the department and promoted one of his earliest hires to the rank of lieutenant — milestones he said were especially meaningful as he prepares to leave the agency.
Richardson paused several times while addressing the council, saying the ceremony marked a symbolic passing of the torch.
“I’m the past and I’m leaving, and I’m getting to welcome the future of the department tonight, and that means a lot to me,” he told the council…