Written by In July 2023, Chief Joe Swanson faced 14 administrative counts, including nine charges of unsatisfactory job performance, two counts related to public statements and privacy expectations, one count of conduct unbecoming an officer, one off-duty police claim, and one accountability issue. The Village Manager, Duffy, initiated these charges, leading to Swanson being placed on paid leave for over 20 weeks. An investigation by private detective William Burgess resulted in a 17-page report summarizing complaints about Swanson’s management. Despite these charges, the Vermont Criminal Justice Council reviewed the case and found no unprofessional conduct under state regulations. Swanson appealed the demotion, requesting a public hearing scheduled for March 19, 2025. He sought full reinstatement as the only acceptable outcome. The case involved disputes over the disclosure of witness identities and the handling of evidence, with Swanson’s attorney arguing for due process rights to face accusers and access underlying documents. ([thevermontstandard.com](https://thevermontstandard.com/manager-wants-to-demote-chief-swanson/?utm_source=openai), [thevermontstandard.com](https://thevermontstandard.com/public-hearing-on-police-chiefs-proposed-demotion-is-march-19/?utm_source=openai))
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