Assistant City Manager Rick Rumsey’s sudden retirement has left folks scratching their heads as to why, but in a recent phone call with Sapulpa Times, Rumsey declined to give any reason other than “35 years is a long time to work anywhere—it doesn’t happen much any more.” The former Sapulpa Police Chief told Sapulpa Times he has no plans at the moment, but that he “Enjoyed working for the city and its people.” Rumsey’s last day is Monday, December 31st.
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