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Chief Kimberlyn Braden honored at council meeting; interim chief Todd Joyce introduced
Summary
Council and city staff honored Police Chief Kimberlyn Braden for 29 years of service and acknowledged his retirement; the city manager introduced Captain Todd Joyce as interim chief.
Council and staff recognized Police Chief Kimberlyn Braden at the March meeting, marking his retirement after nearly 29 years with the Fayetteville Police Department. The council presented a ceremonial key and read a citation recognizing Braden’s service from March 18, 1996 to April 2025.
Chief Braden addressed the council, called his service “a privilege,” and thanked city officials, staff and community members. The city manager then introduced Todd Joyce, who will serve as interim police chief. Joyce said he was honored to serve in the interim role, noted his local roots and said he would continue efforts to maintain recent reductions in crime while the department addresses ongoing challenges.
Why it matters: The transition places an interim leader in the police department while the city completes a process for permanent leadership; council emphasized support for the interim chief and appreciation for the retiring chief’s long service.
Next steps: City staff said they will support the interim chief and continue the process to identify a permanent police chief; no formal council vote was recorded on the personnel transition at the meeting.
