Watertown appoints Cristin Lyon as city’s first female police chief
Watertown appointed Cristin Lyon as its first female police chief after 21 years with the department, with priorities including community visibility, transparency, recruitment and retention.
By the ClickNNY North Country Desk
Cristin Lyon has been appointed chief of the Watertown Police Department, becoming the first woman to hold the position in the city’s history. Lyon joined the department 21 years ago and previously served in road patrol, investigations and supervisory roles before becoming chief at the end of July.
Lyon has identified community involvement, transparency, recruitment and employee retention as priorities. She said the department plans to increase its presence at community events and address public concerns. Mayor Sarah Compo Pierce appointed Lyon to the position. Watertown also hired its first female firefighter in December.
Reported by ClickNNY and reviewed by an editor before publication.
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