Longview Chief of Police Announces Retirement

LONGVIEW — After 32 years with the Longview Police Department and 35 years total in law enforcement, Chief J.B. McCaleb announces that he will retire in January 2011. Chief McCaleb began with the department in 1979, and he has served as Chief of Police since 2003.

According to J.B. McCaleb, �It has been a privilege to serve the citizens of Longview for this number of years. I consider it a true honor to have served with the men and women of the Longview Police Department. I am giving my announcement now to allow time for a smooth transition.�

Over the coming months, the City of Longview will establish a transition process. As set by City Charter, the City Manager is responsible for selecting a Chief of Police, pending approval by City Council.