The Port Orchard City Council meeting Sept. 23 included a police commendation, the commissioning of three new officers, and approval of a roundabout design contract.

Police chief Matt Brown presented a citizen commendation medal to Allen Garber for his role in a Sept. 14 burglary investigation on Sedgwick Road.

“Thanks to Mr. Garber’s quick thinking and willingness to get involved, our officers were able to locate the vehicle, gather crucial evidence, and make three felony arrests,” Brown said.

Brown said Garber had been getting gas across the street when he heard breaking glass, then followed a fleeing vehicle to a nearby grocery store, where he photographed the suspects and their car.

Following the commendation, Brown introduced the city’s three newest police officers during a commissioning ceremony.

Officer Bobby Andrews is originally from Lake Charles, Louisiana. Before entering public service, he farmed oysters and kelp on Hood Canal and spent 11 years participating in endurance sports.

Officer Vanessa Futch, from Hinesville, Georgia, served six years in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Nimitz as a marine electrician and fitness trainer. She holds a bachelor’s degree in nutrition science, certifications in personal training and commercial electrical work, and competes in bodybuilding and strongman events.

Officer Crystal Schroeder, originally from Mississippi, previously served four years in South Carolina as a police officer, crime scene investigator and field training officer. She studied forensic anthropology and enjoys baking and hiking with her two dogs.

In other business, the council adopted a resolution authorizing the mayor to execute a contract with Transpo Group Inc. for the design of a roundabout at the intersection of SW Old Clifton Road and Anderson Hill Road SW.

The $294,300 contract, prepared by Public Works staff and presented by Public Works director Denis Ryan, will bring design work to 100% completion, update standards, and include pedestrian safety features, utility coordination and environmental review.

Community Development director Nick Bond said construction could begin in 2027.

“I think we have the money within the city now, and as long as the designs and permitting is done, we should be able to go out [to] construction in 2027 or possibly 2028 if there is some delay,” Bond said.