DUNWOODY, Ga. — Leadership for the City of Dunwoody has announced the retirement of longtime Police Chief Billy Grogan, effective on June 1, 2024.
Chief Grogan has more than 41 years of law enforcement and is Dunwoody's first and only police chief, a release from the city stated.
Grogan's career began in 1981 with the Marietta Police Department. In 2008, he was named chief of police for the newly formed City of Dunwoody and, in 2023, he was named Outstanding Chief of the Year by the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police.
"Chief Grogan started the Dunwoody Police Department from scratch and built one of the top law enforcement agencies in the state and nation," Dunwoody City Manager Eric Linton said in the release. "I'm grateful for the high standards he set and the leadership and commitment he showed every day."
During his tenure, Grogan has published numerous articles and books focusing on law enforcement. He also hosts "Top Cop Leadership," a website that provides resources and consulting for individuals preparing for a career in service as police chief.
"I have had the privilege of working alongside some of the most dedicated and professional individuals within the law enforcement community and while in Dunwoody," Grogan added in the release. "I am excited about what lies ahead for me but, at the same time, I'm sad about closing this chapter of my life."
Outside of his office, Grogan is an active leader in nonprofit organizations across Atlanta, including I Care Atlanta, Special Olympics Georgia and Convoy of Care.
"He built a department that exceeded expectations and prioritized community policing. We've been so lucky to have his leadership and are so grateful for his service. We wish him well on his journey," Dunwoody Mayor Lynn Deutsch said.