Boca Raton Seeks Public Input on Next Police Chief

City opens community survey as it searches for a new department leader after recent leadership changes.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 10:12pm

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A realistic painting of a lone police car parked on a quiet city street, the vehicle's silhouette casting long shadows across the pavement as warm sunlight streams in from an angle, creating a contemplative, cinematic mood that reflects the community's desire for transparent and accountable law enforcement leadership.As Boca Raton searches for a new police chief, the city hopes to find a leader who can rebuild public trust and align with community priorities.Boca Raton Today

The City of Boca Raton has launched a community survey to gather public feedback on the qualities, leadership traits, priorities and safety issues residents want considered as the city selects its next police chief. The search comes after the recent departure of former Chief Michele Miuccio, whose leadership was criticized in an internal union survey. The new chief will oversee a full-service municipal department serving over 100,000 residents and 14,000 businesses.

Why it matters

The Boca Raton Police Services Department plays a central role in the community, with 220 sworn officers and 113 civilian employees handling a wide range of public safety duties. The next chief will be responsible for maintaining public trust and managing complex operations, making community input an important part of the selection process.

The details

The city is recruiting broadly for a chief who will report directly to the city manager and serve as the lead executive on law enforcement matters. The ideal candidate is expected to have at least a bachelor's degree, 10 years of law enforcement experience, 5 years of supervisory and command-level experience, and completion of an executive-level leadership program. The salary range is $225,000 to $245,000, with possible relocation assistance.

  • The police chief community survey is open now through April 6, 2026.
  • Application review will begin on April 8, 2026, followed by virtual and in-person interviews.

The players

Mark Sohaney

The City Manager of Boca Raton, who is leading the search for the next police chief.

Liz Roberts

The Acting Police Chief of Boca Raton during the transition.

Seth Dubinsky

A Captain serving as Acting Assistant Chief during the transition.

Drew Kosova

A Captain serving as Acting Assistant Chief during the transition.

Michele Miuccio

The former Police Chief of Boca Raton, who departed the department after an internal union survey gave her low marks.

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What’s next

The city will review survey responses and use the feedback to help shape the selection process for the next police chief. Residents can watch for updates on the number of survey participants, the priorities that emerge, and the transparency of the overall selection process.

The takeaway

The public input survey gives Boca Raton residents a direct voice in the selection of the city's next police chief, a critical role that oversees a large and visible department. This community-focused approach aims to rebuild trust and ensure the new chief aligns with the priorities of the people they serve.