Assistant Chief Chanse Thomas stepped into the role of interim chief of the Cedar Park Police Department Nov. 6 following the retirement of Chief Mike Harmon. (Courtesy Cedar Park Police Department)
Assistant Chief Chanse Thomas stepped into the role of interim chief of the Cedar Park Police Department Nov. 6 following the retirement of Chief Mike Harmon.
The details
Thomas has been with the Cedar Park Police Department since 2003. He has served as commander of the Support Services Bureau and the Operations Bureau, as well as commander of the Central Texas Regional SWAT team, the city's website states.
“I knew from day one that he would be in that position,” Harmon said. “I have full confidence in [Thomas]. He will walk in Monday morning and continue everything that we’ve built over the years.”
Some context
Chief Mike Harmon retired from the Cedar Park Police Department after 28 years, taking a new position as chief of the Round Rock ISD Police Department. He will start his new position Nov. 9.
Chief of Police Mike Harmon retired from the Cedar Park Police Department Nov. 6 after 28 years with the department. (Courtesy Cedar Park Police Department)Courtesy Cedar Park Police Department
“I am incredibly proud of the men and women of the Cedar Park Police Department and what we have accomplished together, and I am grateful for the trust and relationships we have built with our community over the years,” Harmon said in a statement.
City and police department leaders praised Harmon’s leadership and dedication to the Cedar Park community.
“Over the years Chief Harmon has led our department through many unique challenges,” Thomas said. “Through it all, he has been a steadfast leader. … What stands out the most to me is that he has always demonstrated his love for the community and a willingness to do whatever it takes to earn and foster valuable relationships.”
The role of Cedar Park Police Chief is an appointed administrative position. No decision has been made as to Harmon’s long-term replacement.
