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Brentwood Police Chief Resigns with $60K Severance Package

2/4/2025

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Former Brentwood Police Chief John Ventura resigned on November 30, receiving a $60,000 severance package.
The severance agreement, signed on November 27, extends his health insurance until May 30.
Ventura and former town administrator Karen Clement were placed on paid leave in October; Clement did not receive severance.
Both parties are prohibited from admitting fault or making disparaging remarks.
Police Lt. Justin Doty is serving as acting officer-in-charge until a new chief is appointed.

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Former Brentwood Police Chief John Ventura resigned on November 30, receiving a $60,000 severance package.
The severance agreement, signed on November 27, extends his health insurance until May 30.
Ventura and former town administrator Karen Clement were placed on paid leave in October; Clement did not receive severance.
Both parties are prohibited from admitting fault or making disparaging remarks.
Police Lt. Justin Doty is serving as acting officer-in-charge until a new chief is appointed.