Dear Editor:
Thank you for giving me the opportunity to endorse Mitch Russell for Sheriff of Hamilton County. I have had the pleasure to work with most of the 2018 candidates for Sheriff and although they are an excellent group of law enforcement officers, my support and vote will be cast for Mitch Russell.
I have worked with Mitch for almost 30 years and believe he has the qualities of a great Sheriff. I have found Mitch to be a man who needs no credit, no letter of appreciation, no pat on the back, no recognition at all. Mitch has always worked for the victim and the community first and foremost.
I have worked with Mitch through numerous investigations over the years. During my assignments to the Metropolitan Drug Task Force and the Hamilton-Boone County Drug Task Force, I found Mitch was able to work with all the different law enforcement agencies in the area and that he was a trusted partner by all.
As a commander with the Hamilton Sheriff’s Department as well as Security Manager for Riverview Hospital, Mitch has mastered how to work cases, manage cases, law enforcement officers and civilian personnel. He understands today’s problems and can anticipate what may be tomorrow’s problems.
Another one of Mitch’s strong points is his understanding of budgets and how to develop a workable budget, and just as important, he knows the money comes from the people. As a man of integrity, he will work within the budget of the county and will respect the process.
In closing, I would like to ask you to consider voting for Mitch Russell. Mitch holds himself accountable and will be accountable to the citizens of Hamilton County as well. Mitch knows the magnitude and the responsibility of being the Sheriff. Mitch Russell will provide the best law enforcement service fairly to the citizens and visitors of Hamilton County.
Sincerely,
Randy Schalburg
Law Enforcement Officer (36 years)
Carmel