The Tacoma City Council on Tuesday confirmed Patti Jackson as the city’s police chief, effective Feb. 9, after her initial appointment by Interim City Manager Hyun Kim. Jackson has served as interim chief since last March.
“Tacoma matters to me, and so does the work ahead,” Jackson said in a city news release. “I’m honored to accept this appointment and to continue leading alongside dedicated employees, city leadership, and community partners, with a shared focus on safety, trust, and service.”
Jackson brings more than 35 years of law-enforcement experience to the role, including extensive leadership experience with the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office. She also served as the Basic Law Enforcement Academy corrections commander at the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission…