Goodyear has welcomed a new voice of law and order with the swearing-in of Police Chief Brian Issitt. The latest installment of the city’s podcast, “Growing Goodyear,” dives into a candid conversation with Chief Issitt. During the episode, Issitt emphasizes the collaborative nature of policing and his vision for the Goodyear Police Department.
Embracing a philosophy of shared stewardship, Issitt said, “This isn’t Brian Issitt’s police department, this is our police department,” noting the essential connection between the police force and the community. He further explained, “It’s a team effort between Goodyear Police and the community and we’re going to work together. I want everybody in Goodyear to feel like this is their police department.” These remarks were obtained through the city of Goodyear's official news release.
The "Growing Goodyear" podcast, which regularly sheds light on local matters, gave insight into Issitt’s background in law enforcement. Following in the footsteps of his father, Issitt brings with him sage advice and experience. Reflecting on his roots, he shared lessons passed down to him, “My dad gave me two pieces of advice when I first became a police officer,” Issitt recounted. “He told me to respect everyone and to never do anything to tarnish the badge that I was wearing.” This poignant recollection was featured in the latest podcast episode, as noted by the official news from the City of Goodyear.
Residents and listeners eager to understand the outlook of their new police chief are encouraged to tune into the episode. The podcast is hosted by Tammy Vo and Jordan Byrd and is available on platforms like Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, and Amazon Music. Each episode aims to regularly keep the community informed and engaged with the relevant issues and stories that underscore what makes Goodyear a unique place to live. To listen to the full interview, audiences can visit the official Goodyear website here.
