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Cary board honors retiring Police Chief Patrick M. Finland and appoints Nathan Hayes as next chief
Summary
The Village of Cary proclaimed Jan. 12, 2026, as Patrick M. Finland Day and approved an employment agreement appointing Nathan Hayes as the new police chief following a regional search that produced 43 candidates.
The Cary Village Board recognized Police Chief Patrick M. Finland on Jan. 12, 2026, issuing a proclamation honoring his 12 years of service and contributions to regional training and the Cary Municipal Center. "Chief Finland demonstrated exceptional leadership, integrity, professionalism," the proclamation read.
Mayor Kownick told the board Finland had led the department since 2014 and praised his…
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