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Tigard council honors retiring Police Chief Jamie McDonald after 25 years of service
Summary
Chief Jamie McDonald addressed council, reflecting on a 25‑year career and noting dispatch calls are about 10% higher than last year; council unanimously adopted Resolution 26‑24 commending his service and leadership.
Police Chief Jamie McDonald addressed the council during his final meeting, reflecting on 25 years with the department and noting operational trends. McDonald told the council that calls for service are "about 10% ahead of last year at this point for dispatch calls for service," and he spoke at length about the changes in policing and the role of school resource officers.
Council members read a resolution memorializing McDonald's career and contributions and unanimously adopted Resolution 26‑24 commending his leadership, community engagement and support for officer wellness. Council President Wolfe and others offered personal remarks thanking McDonald for his service and for developing department leaders internally. The resolution records McDonald's promotions and leadership roles and notes his steadiness during a period of evolving policing expectations.
McDonald said he is "humbled to have been trusted to run this police department" and expressed confidence in the department's internal leadership as he prepares to retire.
Next steps: The council adopted the resolution by unanimous vote; staff and council arranged for a ceremonial group photo and presentation.
