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Council appoints Joseph Kriens as interim police chief while chief is on leave

San Leandro City Council · July 7, 2026
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Summary

Council unanimously adopted a resolution to appoint retired annuitant Joseph Kriens as interim police chief during Chief Angela Abarett's leave; the appointment follows CalPERS rules and limits hours to 960 per fiscal year.

Human Resources Director Emily Hung presented a resolution to appoint Joseph Kriens as interim police chief while Chief Angela Abarett is on leave. Hung said the appointment complies with Government Code provisions and CalPERS rules (retired annuitant limits) and the interim chief would receive an hourly rate equivalent to the approved police chief salary without additional benefits. Council member James Aguilar moved adoption, Council member Sue Bowen seconded, and the resolution carried unanimously with five yes votes and two absences. The appointment is subject to post‑retirement hour limits in the fiscal year.

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