Wood Heights’ police chief has been terminated from his position following accusations of insubordination and actions inconsistent with the city council’s interests.

The council voted unanimously to terminate Brandon Ehlen’s employment during a recent public hearing that included testimony concerning a mutual aid agreement, the alleged use of a city patrol vehicle in another jurisdiction and disputes over employee timesheet requirements.

City attorney Andrew Ruhlman presented the allegations against Ehlen, while attorney Kevin Graham represented the former chief and challenged the city’s claims.

One of the central disputes involved a mutual aid payment agreement Ehlen signed June 6 in connection with parking assistance and security assistance for FIFA-related events in Kansas City.

The city alleged Ehlen entered into the agreement without council approval.

Ruhlman questioned City Clerk Merry Marler about meeting minutes and the signed agreement presented as evidence.

Marler testified the cou…