Megan Carthel

The San Marcos Police Department will say goodbye to Chief Howard Williams later this year. Megan Carthel has more on this story.

After 36 years on the police force, Chief Howard Williams now says, it's simply time to go.
Williams: "…been a blast" :10
Williams, a graduate of Texas State, joined the San Marcos Police Department in July 2003 and guided the department through a period of growth, from a budget of seven-point-seven million dollars and 109 employees in 2003 to 13-point-three million dollars and 141 employees today. He's also written three books in police sciences.
Williams: "…to be the first one" :08
Williams says his time in the force has been filled with many happy and satisfying moments, but some sad ones as well.
Williams : "…bike accident" :15
Williams says he's looking forward to spending more time with his wife and spoiling his grandchildren.
Williams: "…vegetate":10
Chief Williams has bonded with his staff over the past eleven years in a way most bosses do not.
Klett: "…happy birthday" :08
Wiseness: "…birthday" :08
Williams: Happy birthday song :10
Wisener: "..jokester" :05
However, Chief Williams, lovingly called Howy by friends and coworkers will also be remembered by his great work within the community.
Klett: "..home phone" :08
Wisener: "…brilliant" :05
Williams says he loves his line of work because of the satisfaction it brings him.
Williams: "…doing right" :09
Williams last day as chief will be August 1st. For Bobcat Update, I'm Megan Carthel.