Chief Brent LeMerise

  1. Headshot of Brent LeMerise


  1. Chief LeMerise has been a law enforcement officer since 2002 and was appointed to the Police Chief on July 1, 2023. As he worked his way up the ranks, he held specialized positions such as Detective, Hostage Negotiator, FTO Commander, and Accreditation Manager. As the first Accreditation Manager in police department history, Chief LeMerise was proud to lead the department through the process of holding itself to the highest professional standards.

    Chief LeMerise graduated from Northwestern Staff & Command School in May 2024. He holds an associate degree from Macomb Community College and currently is seeking his bachelor’s degree through Ferris State university. He is a member of the Oakland County Association of Chiefs of Police, the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police, and the International Association of Chiefs of Police.

    Under his leadership, the department will continue to serve the public, build trust, and remain united with our community.