That trust is showing strains in Springdale. Now the Allegheny County Public Defender’s Office is in the unusual position of lauding the prosecution’s actions. A Change.org petition is collecting support for removal of Springdale police Chief Derek Dayoub. The end of police Chief Derek Dayoub’s contract is imperative for the healing and rebuilding of our community’s trust in law enforcement and council,” it reads. It is out there, speaking up, whether Springdale council chooses to listen or not.