Organization & Leadership

Leadership

Dean Swartzlander

Dean Swartzlander
Chief of Police

Steve French

Steve French
Assistant Chief of Police: Support Services Bureau

David Johnson

David Johnson
Assistant Chief of Police: Patrol Services Bureau

Walt Melnyk

Walt Melnyk
Assistant Chief of Police: Investigative Services Bureau

Public Information

Goals of the Public Information Office

  • Reduce and prevent crime and enhance personal safety through a coordinated public education effort.
  • Develop and enhance the image of Bryan as a safe place to work, live, visit and conduct business.
  • Publicize community outreach programs by the department and its employees.
  • Build and maintain a professional image of the Bryan Police Department by a structured media-public information program responsive to the various needs and questions of the various groups.
  • Create and maintain positive interaction between the police department and community by encouraging open communication and dialog.
  • Provide regular updates and ensure information is timely on the Bryan Police Department’s web presence.
  • Coordinate the Bryan Citizen Police Academy.