From Barton County Sheriff Brian Bellendir...
After 45 years of service to the citizens of Barton County, Undersheriff Bruce Green decided to retire. This leaves an opening in the command staff. As has been my desire during my tenure as Sheriff, I try to promote from within my office.
To that end, effective January 3, 2022 the following changes will be made in executive positions and hourly staff.
Promotions in command officers:
- Lieut. Steve Billinger will be appointed Undersheriff.
- Detective Sgt. David Paden will be appointed to the position of Lieutenant.
- Detective Adam Hales will be appointed to the position of Detective Sgt.
- Deputy Sheriff Alex Lomas will be assigned the position of Detective.
It is anticipated a detention officer, yet to be determined, will be promoted to the open road patrol position.
My sincere thanks to Undersheriff Green for his many years of service and congratulations to my deputies receiving promotions.