(KNZA)--The City of Hiawatha is searching for a new Chief of Police.
City Administrator Brad Scott tells MSC News that current Chief Mickey Gruber will retire on March 31st.
Gruber is retiring after more than 30 years in law enforcement. He has led the department since May of 2022, following a long career as an investigator with the Hiawatha Police Department and 20 years with the Brown County Sheriff’s Office.
The city is now accepting applications for the police chief position. According to Scott, applications will be taken through March 9th, with a review of candidates planned for that evening’s City Commission meeting.
