Eddie García, the current Police Chief of Dallas, will transition to the role of Assistant City Manager overseeing public safety in Austin, effective November 4, 2024. This decision follows his retirement from law enforcement and comes after a notable tenure in Dallas where he implemented significant transparency initiatives, including a Use of Force Dashboard and a strategic Crime Plan. García's new role will involve oversight of multiple departments, including the Austin Police Department and Emergency Medical Services. His move reunites him with T.C. Broadnax, the former Dallas City Manager now serving in Austin. García's departure was anticipated, as he had previously been considered for chief positions in Austin and Houston but opted to remain in his role until this agreement was finalized. Although he had a contract that extended to May 2027, García leaves without collecting retention bonuses due to the voluntary nature of his resignation.