Chief Barner removal

Demanded the council assert control over Kibler and Curtis, order an independent investigation, and consider terminating them for failing to notify the council.

Called the chief's removal a gross error, demanded termination of the interim manager and city attorney, and urged quick approval of the new city manager.

Local business owner said the chief was slandered and asked the council to replace Kibler and not renew Curtis's contract.

Said if the allegations are true the chief should not have been reinstated, and threatened to file a complaint with the attorney general.

Retired police captain recommended hiring independent investigators into both the allegations and Kibler's actions, and labor-law counsel before any adverse action.

Paramedic who worked with the chief for 20 years said the leave was inappropriate and demanded an investigation and public apology.

Retired first responder urged a public apology for the chief and empathy for first responders.

New resident praised the chief and demanded an investigation into Kibler's motivations for the removal.

Asked the council to restore honor to the chief, apologize publicly, and update council policies on major public-safety personnel decisions.

Called the allegations frivolous, said Kibler should be removed and Curtis's contract not renewed, and suggested the chief has a lawsuit.