Police Chief Mark Heimer of Abilene, Kansas Announces Retirement

Police Chief Mark Heimer Announces Retirement 

Police Chief Mark Heimer announces his retirement from law enforcement after serving for over thirty years in the profession. Mark served as Police Chief for the City of Abilene for nearly six years and oversaw the successful reorganization of the Police Department into a more efficient and effective law enforcement team. His management style and experience brought much innovation to the Abilene Police Department. Mark’s last day with the City of Abilene will be February 26, 2016.

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 “Mark has contributed greatly to the City of Abilene and he will be greatly missed,” says Mayor Dennis Weishaar. “He has facilitated the transformation of the Abilene Police Department into a very professional and modern police department and has prepared it for the changes that will occur in law enforcement in the future.”

“Mark’s decision to retire was unexpected but I respect the decision and appreciate all he has done for the community,” says City Manager David Dillner. “It is very apparent to me that Mark greatly enjoys serving the citizens of Abilene and that the decision to retire was by no means easy for him,” says Dillner. “Mark has been a great leader for the community, the department, and the organization. He has also been a good friend to me personally. On behalf of the City of Abilene, I wish him the very best as he begins his next chapter in life.”

City Manager David Dillner intends to appoint an interim Police Chief to serve until such time as a recruitment process may be organized and completed. The decision will be forthcoming and is expected prior to Mark’s retirement.

“The position of Police Chief is no doubt one of great importance to the community as the leadership and direction of a Police Department is essential to public trust,” says City Manager David Dillner. “The process for recruiting a Police Chief will involve much public dialogue and input in order for Abilene to find the right person who will be able to continue Mark’s legacy of leadership.”

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