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Maryland Heights Celebrates Retirees, Welcomes New Talents Across City Departments

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Published on December 02, 2025
Maryland Heights Celebrates Retirees, Welcomes New Talents Across City DepartmentsSource: Google Street View

The City of Maryland Heights is marking a period of transition, honoring longtime public servants and welcoming new staff in several departments. Recent announcements recognized retirees for their service, including Gail Reader, IT Manager, and Bill Carson, Chief of Police, according to the city's release.

As some employees retired, Maryland Heights welcomed new hires across several departments. Patrick Bell joined Community Development as Planner I, while Eric Powers and James Coody were added as Inspector II. In the Municipal Court, Rebecca Tomlin and Tristyn Anderson joined as Court Assistants.

The Police Department added eight new members, including Gavin Potthast and Sydney Bateman, filling roles from officers to dispatchers. In the city’s parks, Edward Wegman joined as a custodian, and Becky Rexford became Superintendent of Recreation Facilities.