Hammond police chief to retire Sept. 18 after 38 years, board accepts recommendation
July 31, 2026 | Hammond City, Lake County, Indiana
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The Hammond City Board of Building and Safety received a letter from Chief Jeffrey Long recommending approval of Chief William Short's petition for retirement, effective at the close of business on Sept. 18, 2026. The chair read the correspondence and said, "He will be missed." The board approved the recommendation by voice vote.
No additional personnel actions or interim plans were discussed at the hearing. The board recorded the retirement and moved on to other agenda items.
No additional personnel actions or interim plans were discussed at the hearing. The board recorded the retirement and moved on to other agenda items.
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