Minneapolis opens public search for new police chief
Minneapolis is launching a public search for a new police chief, starting with three council-led community listening sessions this week as the first step in a six-part process.[1]
Mayor Jacob Frey expects the search to last about 16 weeks, with a nominee submitted to the City Council for confirmation in October or November.[1] Interim Chief Bill Peterson is not seeking the permanent job.[1] Former Chief Brian O'Hara resigned after Mayor Frey said O'Hara could be discharged over alleged interference in an internal investigation of a subordinate.[1]
O'Hara left the department after allegations he interfered with an internal probe, and the resignation pushed city leaders to open a structured, six-part, community-focused search.[1] Council members are using the listening sessions to gather resident priorities and to shape the job criteria for candidates.[1]
Following the listening sessions, city officials will move through the remaining stages of the six-part process toward a nominee for council consideration.[1]
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- The city is holding three council‑led community listening sessions this week as the first step in a six‑part search process for a new Minneapolis police chief.
- Mayor Jacob Frey expects the search to last about 16 weeks, with a nominee submitted to the City Council in October or November for confirmation.
- Interim Chief Bill Peterson is not seeking the permanent job, and former Chief Brian O’Hara resigned after Frey said he could be discharged over alleged interference in an internal investigation involving a subordinate.
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