Modern cities need good police departments

I spent 42 years in law enforcement; 15 of those years were as your police chief in Kent.

I grew up in Renton, graduated from Renton High School and over the years developed numerous friendships in the Renton, Kent and Auburn valley.

I also spent much time seeking to understand and develop the concept of good relations between the community and its police department. That quest taught me that police departments that have disciplined and well-trained personnel with integrity make good police departments. Kent PD is one such department.

A police department that has these qualities needs the support of its community. Voting yes for Kent Proposition A says we support our police department. Thank you for your support.

– Ed Crawford, Chief 1991-2006