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Pearl River Police Chief
ELECT JOHN POLK
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Election Day: November 3, 2026
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Honor through Service
A Vision for Pearl River
Over the past eight years, the Pearl River Police Department has made significant progress. Through hard work, dedication, and the commitment of the men and women who serve our community, our department has continued to move forward and improve.
But progress should never stop.
Pearl River is growing. New families are moving here, new businesses are opening, and our community continues to expand. As our town grows, so do the challenges we face. That is why we must continue looking ahead, adapting, and preparing for the future.
As your next Police Chief, I believe our focus must be on preventing crime before it happens—not simply responding after the fact. That means strengthening community partnerships, investing in officer training, expanding youth programs, using proactive policing strategies, and working closely with neighboring agencies to stay one step ahead of criminal activity.
We owe it to our officers and our citizens to keep improving every single day. Complacency is not an option. Leadership means building on the strong foundation that already exists while always looking for ways to make our department even better.
Pearl River is my home. I have spent more than two decades serving this community through the Fire Department, EMS, and law enforcement. I am committed to leading with integrity, accountability, and professionalism while ensuring our Police Department continues moving forward.
Together, we can build on our success, prepare for tomorrow, and keep Pearl River one of the safest communities in Louisiana.
Together, WE ARE PR.