VP of Hopkinton Police Arbitration Association (HPAA), Cody Normandin, delivered a letter to the Select Board and Town Manager Norman Khumalo criticizing the board’s handling of recent police promotions. The union believes the Select Board lacks understanding of the promotional process and does not adequately trust the Chief of Police’s decisions. Normandin detailed the promotional process to clarify misconceptions and responded to criticisms. The letter also questions the board’s support for the police department and its hiring processes.