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Lisa Davis

Q&A: Austin police Chief Lisa Davis on first 100 days, public safety, staffing plans

By Ben Thompson

After her 2024 hiring, police Chief Lisa Davis embarked on a 100-day engagement process inside APD and in the Austin community.

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Austin EMS squad vehicle
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