PRINEVILLE, OR -- The search for Prineville’s next police chief continues with three finalists scheduled to meet the community Wednesday, June fifth.

Thomas Olson has 35 years of law enforcement and military experience, most recently as the police chief in Port Townsend, WA.

Ronald Schaub is currently the chief in Fircrest, WA. He's also served as Chief of Police for Pacific, WA and worked for the Pierce County, WA Sheriff's Office.

And Jeff Profio is a Lieutenant for the West Valley Mission Community College Police Department near San Jose, CA. He's also worked for the San Jose Police Department and Redding, CA Police Department.  

All three are scheduled to be at Ron’s Comfort Food Cafe at Meadow Lakes Golf Course tonight from 6:30 to 8. The public is invited to leave written comments on each candidate. Refreshments will be provided. 

Thursday, the finalists will participate in interviews with groups of regional public safety professionals, community leaders and members of PPD. 

City officials hope to appoint a new chief by the end of the summer, to replace Chief Larry Seymour who resigned in January, six months after he was placed on leave.