Dear Readers of The Real School Police:Below I've posted the press release going out to the media announcing my decision to run for Camden County Sheriff in 2008. I've also posted my biography. Everyone is invited to my Press Conference on Thursday, May 3 at 11:00 a.m. on the steps of the Camden County Courthouse. I'll be talking about my Six-Point Plan to improve the Sheriff's Office, and answering questions from the media and public. Look for more campaign announcements soon, including a website. My campaign email is tommy@gregoryforsheriff.com if anyone wants to contact me. Thank you for your support and I look forward to earning your vote in the following months.
Sincerely,
Tommy Gregory
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Gregory Launches Candidacy For Camden County Sheriff
Local law enforcement veteran of 24 years to challenge Bill Smith for county’s top spot; holding May 3 press conference at Camden Courthouse to kickoff campaign
WAVERLY, Ga. (April 24, 2007) -- Declaring himself the “taxpayers’ best friend and criminals’ worst enemy,” Tommy Gregory of Waverly will announce at a May 3 press conference that he’s running for Camden County Sheriff in 2008.
Gregory will kickoff his candidacy at a press conference on Thursday, May 3 at 11:00 a.m. on the steps of the Camden County Courthouse in Woodbine. Media and the general public are encouraged to attend.
Gregory said, “I see a need to improve the Sheriff’s office, and I want to put my 24 years of law enforcement knowledge and experience to work for the people of Camden County.”
At the press conference, Gregory will unveil his Six-Point Plan to improve the Sheriff’s office. The points of the plan include:
1. Provide Superior Public Safety
2. Reform Trusty Program
3. Save Taxpayers’ Money
4. Boost Employees’ Morale
5. Create Honest, Open Sheriff’s Office
6. Increase Police Visibility in Community
“My plan represents the six key improvements I will make to the Sheriff’s office if elected,” said Gregory, a third-generation law enforcement officer. “The people of Camden County deserve the finest Sheriff’s office in Georgia.”
Currently, Gregory serves the City of Kingsland Police Department as a Training Officer and Patrol Shift Supervisor. He also works for Coastal Georgia Community College as a Police Officer, in charge of providing campus security.
Gregory served the Camden County Sheriff’s Office for 18 years from 1987-2005. Positions included: Chief Financial Officer, Deputy Sheriff, Patrol Shift Supervisor, Patrol Division Commander, and Training Division Commander. Before then, Gregory worked as a Narcotics Agent for the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.
Gregory began his law enforcement career at the young age of 17, while attending Brunswick High School. He worked as an undercover agent for the Glynn County Police Department, cracking down on alcohol sales to minors. He also interned with the Georgia State Patrol and United States Park Police.
During Gregory’s career he has been appointed to various local civic boards, including: Camden County Budget Review Board, Retirement Review Board, Healthcare Benefits Review Board, Library Board of Directors, and the Safety Review Board. Gregory participates in several law enforcement organizations such as the Georgia Sheriff’s Association, Peace Officer Association of Georgia, and the American Deputy Sheriff’s Association.
Gregory graduated from Georgia Military College with a degree in Criminal Justice. While in school, he earned membership into the Phi Beta Kappa national honors society.
Gregory enjoys the close knit Camden County community and is an involved citizen. He’s been a member of the Kingsland Volunteer Fire Department, Woodbine Masonic Lodge #326, Blue Knights Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club, Gold Wing Road Rider Association Kingsland Chapter, and the Woodbine Athletic Association. Gregory is a supporter of Habitat for Humanity, the American Cancer Society and the American Heart Association. He is also a graduate of ‘Leadership Camden.’
Gregory lives in Waverly with his wife, Jodi; his sons, Scott and Jon; and Jodi’s children, Mandy and Garrett. He and Jodi enjoy riding their motorcycles and going on family camping trips. The Gregory Family are parishioners at both Waverly United Methodist Church and Kingsland First Baptist Church.
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BIOGRAPHY
Tommy Gregory has 24 years of law enforcement experience in Camden County and Georgia and is a third-generation law enforcement officer. Witnessing his family’s passion for public service led him to his calling in law enforcement. Gregory’s father and grandfather were state troopers, and his father also served with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation in Kingsland.
Gregory began his career at the young age of 17, while attending Brunswick High School. He worked as an undercover agent for the Glynn County Police Department, cracking down on alcohol sales to minors. He also interned with the Georgia State Patrol and United States Park Police. Growing up, Gregory was a member of the Brunswick Fire Department’s Boy Scout Explorer Post, various high school sports teams, and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.
After graduating high school, Gregory worked as a Narcotics Agent with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. In 1987, he began a long career with the Camden County Sheriff’s Office. His hard work and dedication led to swift promotions within the Sheriff's Office. Positions included: Deputy Sheriff, Patrol Shift Supervisor, Patrol Division Commander, Training Division Commander, and Chief Financial Officer. In 2005, Gregory began working for the Kingsland Police Department, where he now serves as a Training Officer and Patrol Shift Supervisor. He also works for Coastal Georgia Community College as a Police Officer, providing campus security.
Gregory graduated with honors from Georgia Military College earning a degree in Criminal Justice. He is a member of the Phi Theta Kappa National Honor Society. Gregory currently holds the most Georgia P.O.S.T. certifications of any law enforcement officer in Camden County. He is a state-certified instructor of Firearms, Speed Detection, Driver Training and Emergency Medical Services. He’s also state-certified as a Communications Officer, Law Enforcement Officer, Narcotics Agent, Field Training Officer, Supervisor, Manager, Intoximeter 5000 Operator, Radar Operator, First Responder, Emergency Medical Technician, Health Care Provider, Firefighter, and External Heart Defibrillator Operator.
During Gregory’s career he has been appointed to various local civic boards, including: Camden County Budget Review Board, Retirement Review Board, Healthcare Benefits Review Board, Library Board of Directors, and the Safety Review Board. Gregory participates in several law enforcement organizations such as the Georgia Sheriff’s Association, Peace Officer Association of Georgia, and the American Deputy Sheriff’s Association.
Gregory enjoys the close knit Camden County community and is an involved citizen. He’s been a member of the Kingsland Volunteer Fire Department, Woodbine Masonic Lodge #326, Blue Knights Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club, Gold Wing Road Rider Association Kingsland Chapter, and the Woodbine Athletic Association. Gregory is a supporter of Habitat for Humanity, the American Cancer Society and the American Heart Association. He is also a graduate of ‘Leadership Camden.’
Gregory lives in Waverly with his wife, Jodi; his sons, Scott and Jon; and Jodi’s children, Mandy and Garrett. He and Jodi enjoy riding their motorcycles and going on family camping trips. The Gregory Family are parishioners at both Waverly United Methodist Church and Kingsland First Baptist Church.
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