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What's next for SAPD after Chief William McManus retires?
By Madalynn Lambert, Santiago Esparza at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· July 8, 2026
· 2 min read
San Antonio Police Department Chief William McManus is set to retire Friday, and the city is searching for his replacement. In an interview with KSAT’s Myra Arthur, McManus said he wants his successor to be someone who is “humble” and “knows the department.”The city posted the opening for his job...
Key takeaway ”A survey conducted by the City of San Antonio with over 1,800 participants found that they want the next police chief to have strong leadership, high levels of integrity, honesty and accountability.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
As the search for San Antonio Police Department's next chief begins, Alamo Heights residents will be watching closely to see how the new leader addresses concerns about response times and crime prevention. The city's efforts to add more patrol officers, including the 205 positions added in recent budgets, will likely continue under the new chief, but finding ways to fund these additions will be a challenge. With public safety being the largest part of the city's budget, Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones' comments about being thoughtful when it comes to costs will be particularly relevant to Alamo Heights, where residents expect a high level of service from their police department. The fact that over 1,800 participants in the city's survey emphasized the need for strong leadership, integrity, and accountability in the next chief suggests that the community is looking for a leader who can build trust and make a positive impact on the department's operations.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? San Antonio Police Department Chief William McManus is set to retire Friday, and the city is searching for his replacement. In an interview with KSAT’s Myra Arthur, McManus said he wants his successor to be someone who is “humble” and “knows the department.”The city posted the opening for his job...
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