Missouri City Police Chief Brandon Harris will retire in January after a year in the role, the city announced in a Sept. 13 news release.
In a nutshell
Harris took the helm in January after former Police Chief Mike Berezin retired in May 2022, Community Impact reported.
The backstory
Harris’ retirement comes after he served more than 28 years for the Missouri City Police Department, joining the department in June 1996, according to the release.
Per the release, Harris has been committed to the following items during his tenure:
- Community engagement
- Innovative policing
- Building relationships with residents and organizations
“Chief Harris has not only been a remarkable leader, but a beloved member of our community,” City Manager Angel Jones said in the release. “His integrity, compassion and dedication to service have left an extraordinary legacy that will be felt for generations.”
What’s next
The city will host a community farewell event in the coming months to celebrate Harris, according to the release.
Next, the city will collaborate with a consulting firm to recruit the chief candidates, with the city aiming to fill the role before Harris' retirement, a Missouri City spokesperson said in an email.
"The ideal candidate is someone defined by innovative thinking and a collaborative spirit, backed by substantial managerial experience in law enforcement, exemplary interpersonal competencies, and an unwavering commitment to customer service," the spokesperson said.
