posted on 8/15/2025

The City of Dover is seeking input from residents as it begins the process of selecting the city’s next Chief of Police. The community survey will help ensure the next leader of the Dover Police Department reflects the city’s values, priorities, and expectations.

Chief William Breault, who has served the city for more than 20 years, including eight as chief, will retire later this year. The city is committed to building on his leadership and continuing to advance the department’s mission of professionalism, service, and community trust.

“Selecting a new Chief of Police is not just a personnel decision, it’s a community decision,” City Manager J. Michael Joyal, Jr. said. “The survey gives residents a direct opportunity to share what qualities, experience, and leadership attributes they believe are most important in our next chief.”

The survey is available at https://polco.us/svvd4u. It takes about 10 minutes to complete and is anonymous. 

Please note that if you don't already have an account with Polco, the city's polling system, you will be asked to create one.