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Green Lake Police Chief Mike Ratter stands beside a squad car he drives around the city. He will retire Feb. 28 after serving the community as an officer for 34 years.

Police chief set to retire; ‘I hope I served them well’

Wednesday, January 22, 2020 9:03 AM

After serving the community for 34 years, Green Lake Police Chief Mike Ratter will retire Feb. 28; however, before he hangs up his badge, he took some time to reflect on his career, hoping he served the community well.

Police chief set to retire; ‘I hope I served them well’

After serving the community for 34 years, Green Lake Police Chief Mike Ratter will retire Feb. 28; however, before he hangs up his badge, he took some time to reflect on his career, hoping he served the community well.
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