Elected vs Appointed Police Chief Public Meeting Set for Monday Night

SAN ANGELO – The San Angelo City Council has formed a Charter Review Committee to again explore the possibility of appointing or hiring a police chief instead of the current system of electing one.  City officials have held a series of meetings to gather public input on the contentious issue and have another one scheduled for Monday night.   

San Angelo is the only city in Texas that still elects a Chief of Police. 

The Charter Review Committee is looking at potential options for the May 2023 ballot regarding the police chief position.

Options:
1. No changes, leave it as an elected position.
2. Remain elected position, add minimum qualifications. Currently the only requirements are to be 18 years of age and have resided in San Angelo for two years.
3. Change from elected to appointed (by the city manager) but define a process for the city manager to follow in making his selection for appointment. 

The committee will hold a town hall meeting to discuss, clarify and inform the public on research findings from the charter review committee.

6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 14 – East Reception Room at City Hall, 72 W. College Ave.

Visit cosatx.us/Charter for more information.