Commission votes to reinstate former Lakewood officer Zachary Schuler to eligibility

The commission voted to reinstate and approve former Lakewood Police Department officer Zachary Schuler for reinstatement to the department’s eligibility list. Staff presented the chief’s memo and application materials; HR staff said Schuler began service in November 2021 and left in 2022, which places him within the three-year window for reinstatement eligibility.

Sgt. Keith (speaker 7) described Schuler’s departure and return: "He's a former Lakewood police officer that, made a a change to Florida for a period of time, and he's coming back here based on, some some personal needs and requirements," and staff confirmed a background check will be completed as a next step. The motion to reinstate was moved, seconded and approved by voice vote.