Permanent Police Chief Appointment
Summary
The city manager announced she's picked Interim Chief Jonathan Blackstone as the next permanent Brawley Police Chief, pending a council vote at an upcoming meeting.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
The contract starts at $153,500 a year, with potential 5% raises in years two and three.
The police department gets leadership continuity.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council (Regular) - Oct 6, 2026
Brawley finally has a permanent police chief after months of an interim leader. Jonathan Blackstone, a 20-year department veteran, gets a three-year deal at $153,500 starting salary with possible merit raises. Council members praised him as a local, approachable leader with deep community roots.
City Council (Regular) - Sep 15, 2026
The city manager announced she's picked Interim Chief Jonathan Blackstone as the next permanent Brawley Police Chief, pending a council vote at an upcoming meeting.
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