Redmond Police Chief Harris retires after 42 years of law enforcement

Redmond Police Chief Steve Harris is retiring March 31, 2009 after 28 years in the position, the third-longest current tenure in Washington State. He has spent the past 42 years in law enforcement including 11 years as Commander with the Arvada, Colorado Police Department and three years as an officer with Seaside Heights PD, New Jersey.

Mayor John Marchione remarked:
"Chief Harris's career is distinguished by his leadership, innovation, and partnership efforts, and his years of service to the City have built a strong public safety foundation for citizens. Under his leadership, the Redmond Police Department has long been an example for its professionalism and best practices both locally and nationally, a legacy for which our community is proud."

Redmond City Council will be honoring him Tuesday, March 17th at its 7:30 p.m. meeting.

City of Redmond entire Press Release
CONTACT:
Jim Bove, 425-556-2545
March 12, 2009
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Factoid #1
Approximately 85 commissioned officers & 125 total employees work under Chief Harris.
- Jim Bove, Police Community Laison

Factoid #2
Equipment officers carry - how much does this weigh?
Gun Belt 1 each, Holster 1 each,
Keepers 4 each,
Handcuff case 2 each (or 1 double case)
Magazine pouches 2 each,
Handcuffs 2 each.
Service Weapon 1 each,
Baton 1 each, Baton Holder 1 each,
Protective Vest 1 each
Chemical Weapon and Holder 1 each
Flashlight 1 each, Flashlight Holder 1 each
Taser and holster 1 each
Rain hat 1 each
-- Salary Ordinance document, '09