Information on the district website states Harness began his law enforcement career in 1973 at Houston Police Academy and served with the Houston Police Department for 20 years before accepting a position as captain with Houston ISD Police Department and joining CISD in 1996.
“I want to thank you for this opportunity to lead one of the finest law enforcement agencies in the best school district in Texas," Blakelock told the board in a statement following the announcement of his appointment.
According to the district, Blakelock said his core principles in policing include preventing crime, earning community support and respecting community principles.
CISD Police Department is the third-largest law enforcement agency in Montgomery County, according to the news release.
