Chief of Police

The Cheney Police Department operates with an annual budget of approximately $5.1 million and currently employs 19 full-time commissioned officers and two full-time support specialists.
CPD
is proud of its long-standing tradition of serving our community with integrity, dedication, and care. Today, we are building on that foundation with a renewed commitment, one that strives not only to meet your expectations, but to exceed them. Together, we are shaping a safer, stronger, and more connected Cheney.
To guide this mission, we are embracing principles that refl ect our highest aspirations:
A promise to address the root causes of problems, not just their symptoms.
A department structure that empowers our team to live out this mission every day.
A commitment to hiring, training, and promoting individuals who exemplify compassion, professionalism, and a true passion for service.
A belief that meaningful partnerships with our community are essential to lasting success.
A drive to be the most effective and dedicated crime-fi ghting agency in the state of Washington.
A vision of using cutting-edge technology to protect our community and respond swiftly to emerging challenges.
A dedication to empowering our residents so that, together, we can create solutions and strengthen our shared future.
As we pursue these goals, we do more than enhance public safety - we strengthen the bonds that make Cheney a thriving, welcoming place to live, work, and visit. United in purpose, we will continue building a community where opportunity fl ourishes and every person enjoy the highest quality of life.