On March 30, 2009, Officers Grant Morrison, Benjamin Milam and Paul LaMantia were hired by the Billings Police Department as probationary Police Officers.  According to MCA 7-32-4113, their probationary period is for one year from date of hire.  At this time, the officers have completed their one year probation and according to state statute, their names are to be submitted to City Council within 30 days for confirmation.  All of the supervisor comments concerning the officers' performance are positive and indicate that they are doing a good job and recommend confirmation. 

The City Council may:

• Approve the confirmation of probationary police officers; or
• Do not approve the confirmation of probationary police officers.

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