Dallas Nears Decision on New Police and Fire Chiefs

Police Chief Finalists and Process

• 🎯 Dallas Police Department is close to selecting a new chief, with five finalists undergoing interviews.
• 💡 The finalists include interim Chief Mike Igo, Assistant Chief Katrina Shed, FBI veteran Brian Big, Carrollton Police Chief Roberto Eerodondo, and DEA special agent in charge Daniel Ko.
• 🗓️ Candidates will meet with Dallas City Council members and city leaders on Tuesday, followed by a public meet-and-greet at 6:00 PM at City Hall.
• 🤝 On Wednesday, the finalists will meet with Dallas City Manager Kim Tolbert and other leaders.

Fire-Rescue Chief Candidates

• 🚒 The search for the next Dallas Fire-Rescue Chief is also underway, with four candidates in contention.
• 📌 Candidates include interim Chief Justin Ball, Fort Worth Executive Assistant Fire Chief Raymond Hill, Tampa Fire Rescue Assistant Chief of Operations Todd Alt, and former Houston and El Paso Fire Chief Samuel Pena.
• 📅 These candidates are scheduled to meet with the City Council on Thursday, April 3rd.

Impact and Timeline

• ⏳ The city has been without a permanent fire chief since June 2024, and a permanent police chief is also a priority.
• 🔍 Over the next four days, extensive interviews and meetings will take place at Dallas City Hall to fill these critical public safety leadership roles.