Chief appointed to CJSTC

Chief Richard Perez, with (L-R) daughter Jenna Perez, Governor Charlie Crist and son Patrick Perez

Governor Charlie Crist today announced the appointment of Richard E. Perez, 56, Chief of Police for the City of Wilton Manors Police Department to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission.

This is a prestigious gubernatorial appointment to a commission whose primary responsibilities are to establish uniform minimum standards, training and discipline for all law enforcement and correctional officers in the State of Florida. The 19 member Commission meets four times a year.

Chief Perez took over the Wilton Manors Police Department in January 2006. Perez stated he was humbled to have been nominated by the Florida Police Chiefs’ Association, and appointed by Governor Crist. “I was overwhelmed by the support and endorsement letters I received” said Perez. “I am honored to represent the City of Wilton Manors and the Wilton Manors Police Department.”

Chief Perez will serve a four year term beginning August 25, 2008 and ending August 1, 2012.