Crime in San Diego - Chief Lansdowne, San Diego Chief of Police (GNSD)

July 08, 2009, 6:00pm

Summary:

Very special thanks to all the Members and special guests for making the event such a successful and energizing event. And thanks to Chief Lansdowne for taking the time to meet Members in San Diego.

Detail:

Summer time vibes were in full force at Café Coyote in Old Town on Wednesday, July 8th as Gen Next Members attended a private reception and discussion with San Diego Police Chief William Lansdowne.

In his presentation, Chief Lansdowne explained the fundamental roles of law enforcement officials and the challenges they face when it comes to unions, contract negotiations, pensions, local government and escalating violence in Mexico.

Chief Lansdowne’s analysis of past and present government policy led to an open discussion with Members, where he delved into these critical issues. Gen Next members asked pointed questions on issues ranging from how the overflow of immigrants from Mexico will effect downtown businesses and crime levels to how we can reevaluate the homeless situation. One Member expressed, “He was very candid and open in answering questions; a true straighter shooter on how important it is to be actively involved in working towards positive results”. Thanks to the leadership of Police Chief William Lansdowne, San Diego’s crime rates have dropped, which is the reverse of national trends.

Chief Lansdowne is a graduate of the FBI National Academy and has served on a variety of state and national boards, including the Major Cities Chiefs and the Police Executive Research Forum.