A Response to Question about my Law Enforcment Record

10/15/26 • General

Questions have been raised about my employment history and professional record. I want to address them directly and provide context so you can draw your own conclusions.

Below are my responses, organized by topic, along with supporting information and source references. If you have questions, I welcome you to contact me directly.

”Adam Gunderson


Part 1: My Law Enforcement Career

This first response addresses Mr. Broden'™s comments about the law enforcement agencies I have been associated with and the size of the communities I have served.

Read Part 1: My Law Enforcement Career (PDF).

Part 2: The 2017 POST Board Reprimand

This response addresses Mr. Broden's comments about the 2017 POST Board reprimand and provides context about the training issue and my responsibilities as police chief.

Read Part 2: The 2017 POST Board Reprimand (PDF).

Source: The 2017 POST Board Reprimand.

Part 3: Royalton Sick Leave Payout Request

This response addresses Mr. Broden's comments about my request for payment of unused sick leave after leaving Royalton and explains why I presented my military retirement documentation to the city.

Read Part 3: Royalton Sick Leave Payout Request (PDF).

Sources: Royalton Sick Leave Payout Request

Part 4: Menahga Department Budget

This response addresses Mr. Broden's comments about my compensation in Menahga, the payroll findings in the forensic accounting report, and the police department's salary budget.

Read Part 4: Menahga Department Budget (PDF).

Part 5: Menahga Payroll and Forensic Accounting Report

This response addresses Mr. Broden's comments about my pay in Menahga and the payroll findings in the forensic accounting report.

Read Part 5: Menahga Payroll and Forensic Accounting Report (PDF).

Part 6: Menahga Technology and IT Security

This response addresses Mr. Broden's comments about Menahga's police technology, IT security compliance, and the digital evidence computer crash referenced in his letter.

Read Part 6: Menahga Technology and IT Security (PDF).

Sources: Part 6: Menahga Technology and IT Security (PDF)

Thank you for taking the time to read my responses. I welcome questions about my record and experience, and I encourage you to review the information provided. If you would like clarification on anything, please reach out to me directly.




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