PORT HADLOCK — Mike Brasfield, Jefferson County sheriff for six years, announced his retirement effective at the end of March 27, 2009.
“Serving as Jefferson County’s sheriff has been a way to actively participate in my adopted community and I have been honored and privileged to serve.” Brasfield, who turned 65 in December, said in a prepared statement.
“I am proud of what the men and women of the organization have achieved over the last 6 years. However, it is time to step back and allow others to assume command. It is time for me to retire and more thoroughly enjoy my life and family.”
Brasfield had told his fellow elected officials, Sheriff’s Office employees and family and friends of his intention to retire several months ago, but wanted to wait until this spring to make a public announcement.
Brasfield, a Democrat in Jefferson County’s partisan elections for sheriff, began his police career more than 41 years ago.
A temporary appointment to fill the remaining 21 months of Brasfield’s term will be made. Undersheriff Anthony “Tony” Hernandez, 39, is expected to be appointed to the position and be a candidate in the fall elections.
