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Cary mayor announces police chief retirement, recognizes officers, accepts donations and proclaims Fire Prevention Week
Summary
Mayor Mark Kownick announced Chief Finland's intent to retire Jan. 16, 2026; the board honored a recently promoted sergeant, accepted a Crime Stoppers donation for honor guard uniforms, and proclaimed October 2025 Fire Prevention Week focused on lithium-ion battery safety.
Mayor Mark Kownick told the Village of Cary board on Oct. 7 that Police Chief Finland has informed the village of his intent to retire, with an anticipated retirement date of Jan. 16, 2026. The mayor said the village will conduct a regional search for a replacement and encouraged internal candidates to apply.
"We are, humbled by what he's been able to do with our police department," Kownick said, thanking the chief for his leadership. Chief…
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