I believe it
Our local PD has been pretty good as we had an excellent police chief for many years who recently retired. His philosophy was that he wanted to build a partnership between his officers and residents took keep the town safe. He donated his own personal time to give a quarterly concealed carry class that was free for residents. The vast majority of tickets written by his department were warnings, as he didn't consider his department to be a profit center. I really liked the guy and wish there were a lot more of him out there. I have concerns because of his background, but we'll see how it goes. The police force is an extension of the chief's philosophy. I recall a few officers that came on-board and were initially assholes, and they mellowed out once they understood their jobs as the Chief saw it. Some couldn't make the adjustment and were encouraged to take their attitudes elswehere. I haven't met the new guy yet. We'll see how he rolls and take approprate action as necessary.
“The police force is an extension of the chief’s philosophy.”
Yes, and also unfortunately, the City Manager/City Council as well. We would be better served if Chief’s of Police had to stand for election every couple of years because too often they are protected by the city government.
It’s going to be interesting to see what happens in Rohnert Park. Their PD’s FB page is on fire. This cop is not going to get they normal “protection” from the city because the people won’t allow it.