Jersey Shore Business Journal

May 14, 2008

Lutes promoted in the APD

AVALON—A swearing in ceremony was held during last week’s council meeting for David Lutes, who has worked as a patrolman for the Avalon Police Department. Lutes was promoted to administrative sergeant during a special ceremony held during the Wednesday, May 7 Avalon Council meeting. His oath was administered by Avalon Mayor Martin Pagliughi.
Lutes has worked as a patrolman for the Avalon Police Department for 22 years.
The duties of the administrative sergeant position in the Avalon Police Department include, but are not limited to:
-- Supervise the records division;
-- Supervise and manage the Avalon Public Safety Communications Center;
-- Supervise all communications and computer equipment, as well as vehicle readiness status;
-- Research and apply for available grants;
-- Oversee the Avalon Police Department’s efforts at acquiring accreditation by the New Jersey State;
-- Association of Chiefs of Police and maintaining that accreditation once acquired;
-- Requisition equipment, supplies, and services required by the department
Lutes lives in Cape May Court House with his wife and six children. He is a graduate of Basking Ridge High School and Lutes also has an associate degree in criminology from Atlantic Cape Community College. Lutes and his wife have coached youth basketball in Middle Township, and he has also worked with the Cub Scouts as a den leader. Lutes has held offices in local PBA 59, acting previously as treasurer and as recording secretary.