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Home My WebLink About2024-02-15; City of Carlsbad Police Chief Transition (Districts - All); Chadwick, ScottTo the members of the: CITY COUNCIL Date2l 1s l2~ CA ✓ cc L CM/ ACM _6c'M (3) _L. February 15, 2024 Council Memorandum {cityof Carlsbad Memo ID# 2024012 To: From: Re: Honorable Mayor Keith ~rn and Members of the City Council Scott Chadwick, City Ma~ City of Carlsbad Police Cli1ef Transition {Districts -All) Following nearly three decades of service to the City of Carlsbad, including the last three as Police Chief, Mickey Williams has informed me of his intent to retire, effective April 15, 2024. Chief Williams has done an outstanding job leading the city's Police Department, creating a strategic plan that aligns with the national framework of 2l5t Century Policing. True to the tenants of this modem approach to law enforcement, Chief Williams has prioritized building trust and transparency with the community, expanding the use of technology and social media, and creating operational policies to ad dress a myriad of emerging issues in law enforcement today. Also consistent with the 21st Century Policing framework, Chief Williams has prioritized a community-oriented policing model and increased the use of data in decision-making. lnternally, Chief Williams has elevated the role of officer training and education and created new officer safety and wellness programs, both of which help en sure we are taking the best care of those who protect our community. Chief Williams' retirement creates an opportunity for the city to build on this outstanding work while advancing new ideas as we challenge ourselves to continuously improve the way we provide law enforcement services for our community. As City Manager, I take the responsibility of filling management vacancies very seriously, especially those in public safety. As I considered the high expectations that come with such a position, I wanted to make sure my selection would be someone who not only will exceed all expectations but have the following key qualities: • A visionary professional who sees the complex dynamics facing law enforcement today not as a challenge but an opportunity to find innovative solutions. • A collaborative leader with strong relationships in the department, throughout the city organization and with the community. • A Police Chief who will prioritize community engagement, inclusion and transparency. • Someone who knows our city, respects our community and understands the issues important to the residents we serve. City Manager's Office City Hall 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive I Carlsbad, CA 92008 I 339-442-2820 t Council Memo -City of Carlsbad Police Chief Transition (Districts -All) February 15, 2024 Page 2 • A professional with the highest levels of ethics and integrity. • A leader with a passion for excellence and burning desire to be the best Police Department in the country. • Someone ready to hit the ground running, ensuring our community remains safe and secure du ring this important transition. One of the strengths of our Police De partment is its thoughtful approach to succession planning. Because of this, and consistent with the City Manager's authority granted under Municipal Code section 2.12.035, I am directly appointing Assistant Chief Christie Calderwood to the position of Police Chief, with an effective date of midnight, April 15, 2024. She will be sworn in at the April 9, 2024, City Council meeting. Du ring myten ure at the City of Carlsbad, Assistant Chief Calderwood has stood out as an exceptional leader. As Assistant Police Chief since 2022, she has served as the second in command directly under the Police Chief. Her experience working at all levels of the department over the past 17 years has prepared her for this next role, including her hands on work with patrol, investigations, traffic and administration. In 2016, Assistant Chief Calderwood was responsible for developing and supervising the department's newly formed Crime Suppression Team, which has been highly successful since its inception. For the past 14 years, Assistant Chief Calderwood has also directed technology improvements in the Police Department to enhance performance, measurement and efficiency. This has included new analytic tools and new technology programs for payroll and timekeeping (Telestaff), an online citizen traffic complaint reporting system (Cop Logic), officer accident reporting system (Crossroads) and electronic citations (e-cites). Assistant Chief Ca!derwood has prioritized officer wellness for the Police Department, directing and supporting programs that allow officers to prioritize their physical and mental health while working in law enforcement. Equally impressive is Assistant Chief Calderwood's commitment to academic preparation and professional growth, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in literature and writing from California State University San Marcos, a Master of Science in Administration degree with an emphasis in leadership, as well as several certifications in the law enforcement field . These include graduating from the prestigious Sherman Block Leadership lnstitute and completing the rigorous 14-month Command College program offered by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. Finally, in 2019, Assistant Chief Calderwood became ane of the less than 1% of all law enforcement personnel in the nation to be selected to participate in the FBI National Academy. The 10-week program covers intelligence theory, terrorism and terrorist mindsets, management science, law, behavioral science, law enforcement communication and forensic science. In 2021, Assistant Chief Calderwood received the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce "40 Under 40 Emerging Leaders" Award. Council Memo -City of Carlsbad Police Chief Transition (Districts -All) February 15, 2024 Page 3 She is currently President ofthe California Peace Officers' Association and a past President of the Carlsbad Police Management Association. Assistant Chief Calderwood has strong local ties, both as a graduate of La Costa Canyon High School and as a current resident. She and her husband, Carlsbad Fire Chief Michael Calderwood, have two children who attend their neighborhood school and are active in sports and other community activities. Next Steps As the Police Department wraps up its current three-year strategic plan, the new Police Chief will lead the creation of a new roadmap later this year focused on ways the department can continue to improve and evolve. Prior to assuming her new role, Assistant Chief Calderwood will be reaching out to each City Council member to schedule time to meet and respond to any questions you may have. During and after the transition, she will also be connecting with business and community groups, as well as hosting a "Meet the Chief" event in each of the four Council districts. Please join me in thanking Chief Williams for 29 years of service and congratulating Assistant Chief Calderwood on her new role. I am confident our new Police Chief will not only continue the positive momentum that has been created but lead the Carlsbad Police Department successfully into the future. cc: Cindie McMahon, City Attorney Geoff Patnoe, Assistant City Manager Mickey Williams, Police Chief Christie Calderwood, Assistant Police Chief David Graham, Chief Innovation Officer Faviola Medina, City Clerk Services Manager Gary Barberio, Deputy City Manager, Community Services James Wood, Environmental Sustainability Director Jason Haber, lntergovernmental Affairs Director Jeff Murphy, Community Development Director Judy Von Kalinowski, Human Resources Di rector Kristina Ray, Communication & Engagement Director Kyle Lancaster, Parks & Recreation Director Laura Rocha, Deputy City Manager, Administrative Services Mandy Mills, Housing & Homeless Services Director Maria Callander, Information Technology Director Michael Calderwood, Fire Chief Paz Gomez, Deputy City Manager, Public Works Council Memo -City of Carlsbad Police Chief Transition (Districts -All) February 15, 2024 Page 4 Sheila Cobian, Legislative & Constituent Services Director Suzanne Smithson, Library & Cultural Arts Director Tom Frank, Transportation Director/City Engineer Vicki Quiram, Utilities Director Zach Korach, Finance Director