City of College Park Appoints Thomas Kuzniacki as Interim Police Chief “Kuz” returns to City of College Park as interim chief

ATLANTA (Tuesday, April 6, 2021) - The City of College Park, Ga., has announced that Thomas Kuzniacki, “Kuz,” has returned to his line of duty within the City’s police department and will serve as interim police chief. Kuz was a 25-year department veteran with the City of College Park, serving as assistant police chief, before retiring in 2011.

“I hope the City of College Park citizens will join me in welcoming back Chief Kuzniacki as he continues working to advance the vision of the College Park Police Department: to serve as a model for policing in America by adopting and perfecting the principles of 21st century policing,” said Mercedes Miller, Interim City Manager.

Kuzniacki’s extensive experience and knowledge of the department and City itself makes his return a natural choice for College Park leadership.

“We are pleased to welcome back Chief Kuzniacki and are certain his 25 years of experience in the department have prepared him for this role and responsibility. We are confident he will lead us in carrying out our ultimate goal: keeping our residents and visitors safe while they enjoy all the City of College Park has to offer,” said Mayor Bianca Motley Broom, City of College Park.

He takes over the role from former chief Ferman Williford, who retired after 35 years with the department. City officials will conduct a national search soon. For more information about the City of College Park, visit www.collegeparkga.com.

### About College Park: Encompassing 11.1 square miles, College Park is home to the world headquarters of Chick-fil-A, the most traveled airport worldwide in Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International, and has the largest and one of the most prestigious K-12 private schools in the continental United States – Woodward Academy. College Park has one of Georgia’s most vibrant historical communities, while the city moves boldly ahead in new technologies and alternative fuel and energy platforms. College Park’s progressive mission focuses on economic development, hospitality and entertainment. The city-operated Georgia International Convention Center boasts the largest ballroom in the state of Georgia, in addition to the Gateway Center Arena @ College Park, home to the College Park Skyhawks and the Atlanta Dream.

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