Howell Police Chief Scott Mannor announces retirement
HOWELL — Howell’s police chief is retiring after working for the city’s police department for nearly 30 years.
Howell Police Chief Scott Mannor is retiring May 1, according to a letter sent to Howell City Manager Erv Suida on Feb. 7.
Deputy Chief Mike Dunn will be appointed to the role. Howell City Council voted Monday, April 22, to accept Mannor’s retirement and confirm Dunn’s appointment.
Mannor started working for the city as a reserve officer in 1995. He became a full-time officer in 1999, and was promoted to sergeant in 2005, deputy chief in 2014, and chief in 2020.
Mannor described his retirement as “bittersweet.” He plans to take a month off before working in a part-time role somewhere.
“It’s easy to look good when you’re surrounded by exceptional people,” Mannor said. “I work with exceptional people every day.”
Mannor received a proclamation from council and a Downtown Development Authority Living Legends Award for his assistance with downtown events, including the implementation of a social district.
“Chief Mannor, over his 25 years, has been an incredible asset to this community with his unique style and methods that have helped shape the next generation of leaders in the police department,” Suida wrote in a memo to council. “He leaves behind him a legacy and a department from which the city of Howell will benefit for many years.”
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Dunn started as a reserve officer for the HPD in 2004, and was hired as a full-time police officer in 2007. He was promoted to sergeant in 2016 and became deputy chief in 2020. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps, graduated from the FBI National Academy and is a Certified Tourism Ambassador.
“I’m excited to continue being part of the city’s growth,” Dunn said.
Matthew Kelleher, accreditation manager and former police sergeant, will serve as deputy chief beginning May 1. The accreditation manager position will not be filled, Suida said.
— Contact reporter Evan Sasiela at esasiela@livingstondaily.com. Follow him on Twitter @SalsaEvan.
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