JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Sheriff T.K. Waters made a surprise appearance Wednesday on The Morning Show to discuss News4JAX anchor and reporter Vic Micolucci’s new role as the Communications and Community Engagement Executive with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO).
In his new role, Vic will help build bonds between the community and JSO and will serve as an advisor to the sheriff. Sheriff Waters told Vic and News4JAX anchor Jennifer Waugh that he has had his sights set on Vic for a while.
“I’ve got to tell you this,” Waters said. “This has been a plan of mine for a long time.”
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Waters said Vic will be a valuable member and help bridge the gap between the sheriff’s office and the community.
“He’s going to help make some really good community connections for us. I think people love him. You know people love him. I was reading all the goodbyes as he’s gonna leave, and I’m like, ‘I’m getting a winner.’ So I’m very excited.”
Water said one of JSO’s core values is improvement.
“We’re always looking at ways to be community-focused and always improving, and I think this is just another way for us to be able to do that.”
Waters said Vic will help give the sheriff’s office a voice, and help further provide transparency and connection with Jacksonville’s community.
You can hear the full morning show interview by clicking the play button above. Read more about Vic’s committed efforts with News4JAX and their influence on the community by clicking here.