Oct 5, 2026 · 5 min · 6 segments
A familiar face is taking charge of the Boonville Police Department, with plans to strengthen enforcement, tackle staffing challenges, and build a closer connection with the community…
Sergeant Alfred Montegari has taken over as officer in charge following the departure of former Chief David Olney, who recently became chief of the Whitesboro Police Department.
Public safety remains the priority.
The 54-year-old says he intends to give the community his full effort and make sure residents know the department is looking out for them.
He first served with the Village Police Department from 2015 to 2017, before returning in September of 2023.
His law enforcement career stretches back more than three decades.
Montegare began working for the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision in 1994.
Over the years, he served as a corrections officer, investigator, and eventually superintendent of Mohawk Correctional Facility.
He retired from the state agency in June of 2025.
Now, he's looking toward the next chapter.
Montegari plans to take the civil service exam in March with the goal of becoming Boonville's police chief.
In the meantime, he's considering ways to make the department more visible in the community, including programs similar to Coffee with a Cop and possibly a police athletic league.
He's also facing some immediate challenges.
Montegari says Boonville has recently dealt with larcenies, vandalism, and several burglaries.
The department has also faced criticism over its enforcement of vehicle and traffic laws.
But Montegari says that enforcement will continue.
He points to drivers being stopped with suspended licenses, uninsured vehicles, and cars that are unregistered or overdue for inspection.
From his perspective, addressing those violations is part of keeping local roads safe.
Staffing is another priority.
Besides Montegare, the department currently has just one other full-time officer and one part-time officer.
Recruiting can be difficult for a small department, especially when larger agencies can offer younger officers more specialized assignments and opportunities for advancement.
One possibility is bringing in experienced officers interested in part-time work.
For Montegare, the job now is to build on what the department has already accomplished while reassuring Boonville residents that their local police force remains focused on safety, enforcement, and a stronger connection with the community.
Sergeant Alfred Montegari has taken over as officer in charge following the departure of former Chief David Olney, who recently became chief of the Whitesboro Police Department.
Public safety remains the priority.
The 54-year-old says he intends to give the community his full effort and make sure residents know the department is looking out for them.
He first served with the Village Police Department from 2015 to 2017, before returning in September of 2023.
His law enforcement career stretches back more than three decades.
Montegare began working for the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision in 1994.
Over the years, he served as a corrections officer, investigator, and eventually superintendent of Mohawk Correctional Facility.
He retired from the state agency in June of 2025.
Now, he's looking toward the next chapter.
Montegari plans to take the civil service exam in March with the goal of becoming Boonville's police chief.
In the meantime, he's considering ways to make the department more visible in the community, including programs similar to Coffee with a Cop and possibly a police athletic league.
He's also facing some immediate challenges.
Montegari says Boonville has recently dealt with larcenies, vandalism, and several burglaries.
The department has also faced criticism over its enforcement of vehicle and traffic laws.
But Montegari says that enforcement will continue.
He points to drivers being stopped with suspended licenses, uninsured vehicles, and cars that are unregistered or overdue for inspection.
From his perspective, addressing those violations is part of keeping local roads safe.
Staffing is another priority.
Besides Montegare, the department currently has just one other full-time officer and one part-time officer.
Recruiting can be difficult for a small department, especially when larger agencies can offer younger officers more specialized assignments and opportunities for advancement.
One possibility is bringing in experienced officers interested in part-time work.
For Montegare, the job now is to build on what the department has already accomplished while reassuring Boonville residents that their local police force remains focused on safety, enforcement, and a stronger connection with the community.
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