March 26, 2010

I will be retiring from the Kenilworth Police Department on June 30th after 39 1/2 years of service. Even though I still immensely enjoy my job, I feel that the time has come for me to step down.

My journey on the Police Department started on January 1, 1971. My career working for the Borough of Kenilworth all of these years has been a truly enjoyable experience. It has been an honor to be the Chief of Police of what I know to be one of the finest Police Departments around.

I would like to thank all of the Officers of the department for the work they performed under my leadership. Their dedication to duty and professionalism during my tour as Chief has been outstanding. I would also like to thank Mayor Fiamingo and the Council Members for their support of the Police Department. Lastly, I would like to thank the residents and business people of Kenilworth who have always been strong supporters of the department.

Although I am leaving with a certain degree of sadness, I am also looking forward to some relaxing years. I am sure the excellent work of the Kenilworth Police Department will continue on after my departure.

Police Chief William Dowd