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Originally Posted by DavidI
As a long-time Pelican, most of you know that I am a peace officer and have risen through the ranks during my 30+ year career. I am going to interview for a Police Chief position and would like your input.
First, no condemnation of law enforcement please. I am seeking your collective advice as to what qualities you would like to see in a Chief.
How would you involve the communities?
Holding regular Town Halls, listening to their concerns which will often involve counting to 10 in your head as they tear you a new one then inviting the most vocal ones for some more private time and use it to help you help them.
How would you reduce crime?
Tough one as I'm not entirely convinced that reducing crime is an enforcement issue. We see crime rates ebb and flow in with economic indicators. The better the economy, the lower the crime rate. Put another way, I don't believe it's solely Law Enforcements job nor is it reasonable to put that responsibility solely on Law Enforcement. The need for LEO's exists because of crime. How does the result of something eliminate what creates it? I would advocate for more officers on the street dealing with the community vs sitting on the side of the road being forced to give soccer moms tickets for rolling stop signs, read, priorities.
How would you deal with homelessness and the issues that are created?
With as much compassion as possible but honestly, LEO's are not empowered to fix the problem, just to deal with the consequences. Tough one.
What are your biggest concerns that a Chief can actually impact?
This is really a subset of your first question
What other concerns do you have?
As is this
I am open to any suggestions, but please do not start criticizing law enforcement and your perceptions. I am looking to make positive changes to protect the good people of our communities.
Thank you!
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Never been in Law Enforcement so what do I know.
I answered the best I could as I believe you are looking for perspective from the other side?
Good luck with the gig. Hope you get it and make a positive difference for your community.