Public Safety

Ken Wilkerson

Commissioner of Public Safety/Mayor

Commissioner Ken Wilkerson currently serves as Mayor of Lakesite and Chairman of the Safety and Security Committee. An 8-year veteran of the Commission, he and his wife Kristen, along with two of his three children,have lived in the City for 10 years. He previously served as Chairman of the Parks and Recreation Committee and was instrumental in the initial improvements and upgrades in the city park. Ken coordinates items between the citizens and Commission of Lakesite and the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Department and Dallas Bay Volunteer Fire Department. He has been the Chief of Hamilton County Emergency Medical Services for 18 years and is familiar with governmental operations, budgets, and issues. His priority is his position is maintaining a safe and healthy lifestyle for the citizens of Lakesite.

Police Service:

CALL 911 in case of emergency requiring police. Non-emergencies call Hamilton County Dispatcher 622-0022. Police services provided under contract with the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Department.

Fire:

CALL 911 in case of fire. Fire protection provided by Dallas Bay Volunteer Fire Department. The city pays an amount sufficient to cover quarterly donation for each city household, but residents may contribute additional funds if they wish.

Pet Licenses:

Pets must have rabies tags and Lakesite tags.