City of Topeka Releases Community Input from Police Chief Recruitment Sessions and Survey

The City of Topeka is pleased to announce the release of the community input gathered during the recent public sessions and open survey as part of the recruitment process for the next Topeka police chief.

To ensure the selection of a police chief who meets the expectations and needs of the community, the city provided multiple avenues for public participation. From July 22, 2024, through August 3, 2024, a community survey was made available in both English and Spanish, collecting a total of 260 responses. In addition to the survey, three public input sessions were hosted in various parts of the community, allowing residents to share their thoughts and priorities directly.

"The community emphasized the need for a police chief who values communication, transparency, and community engagement, with a focus on reducing crime, improving public safety, and addressing mental health and homelessness," said City Manager Dr. Robert Perez. "We will use this feedback from community members to make sure we find the best candidate for this community."

This data will help craft the job posting to help attract the best candidates for this position. Please stay tuned for more information in the coming weeks regarding the interview process with candidates.

You can view the police chief input report here:https://bit.ly/policechiefpublicinputreport