We. Are. Peoria (Area)

Toldyouso wrote: ↑Tue Jun 15, 2021 8:50 pm Someone commented that those from the PPD who were being considered for the job chose retirement instead.

If true, I wonder if it has anything to do with the new mayor.

As far as I know, the Chief of Police reports directly to the City Manager, not the Mayor.

DennisinMH wrote: ↑Wed Jun 16, 2021 6:37 am As far as I know, the Chief of Police reports directly to the City Manager, not the Mayor.

And the city manager reports to the mayor and the council.

Let's see what happens, the new chief doesn't start until August 2nd.

Sometimes a new style and new ideas are important. Broad experience in different areas of the department matter. Breaking up the "good, ole boy network" matters.

RambleOn wrote: ↑Thu Jun 17, 2021 6:47 am Sometimes a new style and new ideas are important. Broad experience in different areas of the department matter. Breaking up the "good, ole boy network" matters.

Exactly how I wound up in Peoria

He will be sworn in on Friday, July 30 at 1 pm. Due to space limitations, the public is encouraged to view it Livestreamed on the City's YouTube channel. Here is the COP release:

http://www.peoriagov.org/police-chief-e ... 30-at-1pm/

Good Luck to the new Peoria Chief of Police. Welcome to Peoria.