Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan has made it official: Brendan Cox is the Albany Police Department’s new Chief of Police.
Cox succeeds Steven Krokoff, who announced his retirement in February and moved to Georgia. Cox, who has been acting chief since April 1st, holds a master’s degree in public administration. He says he'll continue to build upon APD’s strategic plan, which includes: the protection of safe travel for vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians; building trusting relationships between Albany youth and police; and working with all stakeholders to build healthy, safe, and positive communities throughout the city.
Under City Code, the Albany Common Council can confirm or reject the appointment within 45 days of receiving written notification, but if the Council doesn’t act within that timeframe, the appointment is considered confirmed.
Cox has been on the force since 1994.
