CLEARWATER, Fla. – Clearwater Police Chief Daniel Slaughter will retire from the police department and will become an assistant city manager with the city of Clearwater.
That announcement was made Friday by City Manager Jennifer Poirrier. His retirement from the police department will occur late next month, allowing him time to finish up projects at the department and to allow for a smooth transition.
“Based on his operational leadership experience, proven commitment to Clearwater and the community, demonstrated strength in integrity and accountability, I have determined he is the right person for the job,” Poirrier told city employees in an email.
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Slaughter has been chief since August 2014 and has been with the department since October 1992.
“My confidence in every member of this agency made this tough decision easier because I know each and every single one of you will continue to move this department forward without losing momentum,” the chief told employees in an email announcing his retirement. “I care deeply for every member of the police department.”
The assistant city manager position Slaughter will fill has been open since April 6. He will be responsible for Gas, Public Utilities, Public Works, Marine and Aviation and Solid Waste/General Services.
A decision on an interim chief and outlining the process for filling the job permanently will be made by Poirrier soon.
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