Among the finalists is Joseph Chacon, current interim chief of police at the Austin Police Department, along with Avery L. Moore, assistant chief of the Dallas Police Department and Emada E. Tingirides, deputy chief of the Los Angeles Police Department. They were chosen from a field of 46 applicants and seven semifinalists, all of whom were interviewed by panels that included community members, law enforcement representatives and city executives.
“I am confident these finalists will help the city of Austin cultivate relationships with our community, accomplish the City Council’s goals and continue the progress of reimagining public safety in Austin,” Cronk said in a statement.
The search for a new chief began following former Chief Brian Manley's announcement that he would retire in February. A final selection is expected by the end of September, according to a news release from the city.
The city will host two public opportunities to meet the three finalists Aug. 18 and 19 from 7-8:30 p.m at the Palmer Events Center. Capacity is limited to 100 at the venue, but the meetings will also be broadcasted live at atxn.tv.
Learn more about the finalists here.
