Board grants one-year age waiver to Seymour detective after police chief’s request

The Board of Select Persons voted to grant a one‑year age waiver that allows Detective Brian Anderson to continue serving with the Seymour Police Department beyond the typical retirement age. Chief Berati presented the request and said the police commission supports the extension.

"He is still able to complete the essential functions of a police officer," Chief Berati told the board, citing Detective Anderson's reliability and role in evidence handling and on-call responses. Board members noted the town has a DROP‑style program used to retain experienced officers and discussed handling renewals on an annual basis to ensure ongoing fitness and operational oversight.

A motion to approve the one‑year extension passed on a recorded voice vote with the chair voting in favor and the board stating the motion "carries". Board members agreed it would be prudent to consider renewals year‑to‑year rather than grant an open-ended exemption.

What happens next: the board authorized the waiver for one year; staff and the police department will coordinate any required paperwork or annual review if a further extension is requested.