Leadership built on connection
The East Texas Police Chiefs Association promotes professional development for executive and management personnel in the region, encourages cooperation among law enforcement agencies, and supports high standards across the profession.
Members use the association to exchange practical knowledge, strengthen partnerships, and advance public safety throughout East Texas.
“To promote the highest standards of the police profession and encourage close cooperation among East Texas law enforcement agencies.”
Association Constitution · Article II
Professional growth
Learning and leadership development
Regional cooperation
Stronger working relationships
Service
Respect for law and order
Meetings & events
Date, host agency, and RSVP information will be added once confirmed by the association.
Upcoming Meeting — January 21, 2027
Location TBD
Past Meeting — October 15, 2026
Tyler Police Department Training Center
11:30 a.m.
2520 E. Commerce St.
Tyler, TX 75702
Updates worth sharing
Association newsletters collect local stories, leadership highlights, training opportunities, scholarships, and resources for East Texas law enforcement.
Membership that moves the region forward
The association offers four membership categories. Review the eligibility descriptions below, then visit Zeffy to select your membership type and review the current dues.
Active
Any person serving as Chief of Police, City Marshall, or second in command to that position.
Associate
Any member of command staff that is sponsored by the Chief Law Enforcement Officer of their agency.
Honorary
Membership for an individual who does not meet the requirements set fourth for other membership types, but has been nominated by the Executive Board and approved by majority vote of the Association present and voting.
Corporate
Any company having an office or conducting business in the State of Texas may become a corporate member of the Association, after approval of the Executive Board and the payment of appropriate dues.
Association leadership
Resources for our members
Let’s keep the conversation going
Contact the association about membership, dues, upcoming meetings, or sharing a regional update. Board contacts are listed above.