Police chief recommends Captain Eric Skorka for deputy chief; board expresses support
September 26, 2026 | Town of Greenwich, Fairfield, Connecticut
This article was created by AI summarizing key points discussed. AI makes mistakes, so for full details and context, please refer to the video of the full meeting. Please report any errors so we can fix them. Report an error »
The Police Chief recommended Captain Eric Skorka to fill the town’s recently vacated deputy police-chief position, describing him as a 23‑year department veteran who currently commands the patrol division and the special response team.
“Without any reservation that I recommend him for the position of deputy chief,” the chief said, citing Skorka’s leadership, commendations and recent completion of a master's in public administration at Western Connecticut State University.
Captain Skorka addressed the board and thanked members for the opportunity to serve in the new role, saying he looks forward to continuing to protect the community after 24 years with the department.
The board signaled strong support during the discussion; no formal vote to appoint was recorded in the transcript, but members congratulated Skorka and expressed enthusiasm for his promotion.
“Without any reservation that I recommend him for the position of deputy chief,” the chief said, citing Skorka’s leadership, commendations and recent completion of a master's in public administration at Western Connecticut State University.
Captain Skorka addressed the board and thanked members for the opportunity to serve in the new role, saying he looks forward to continuing to protect the community after 24 years with the department.
The board signaled strong support during the discussion; no formal vote to appoint was recorded in the transcript, but members congratulated Skorka and expressed enthusiasm for his promotion.
View the Full Meeting & All Its Details
This article offers just a summary. Unlock complete video, transcripts, and insights as a Founder Member.
✓
Watch full, unedited meeting videos
✓
Search every word spoken in unlimited transcripts
✓
AI summaries & real-time alerts (all government levels)
✓
Permanent access to expanding government content
30-day money-back guarantee
