Deputy Chief Of Police Announced In Beachwood

BEACHWOOD, OH — Katherine Dolan was appointed deputy chief of police for Beachwood this week.

“We are delighted to be bringing Chief Katherine Dolan to the Beachwood Police Department,” said Mayor Martin Horwitz. “Her commitment to training initiatives, community outreach, and budget management will all help to bolster our already outstanding police department.”

Dolan has previously served as chief of police for the Cleveland Metroparks, where she boosted recruitment and improved operations. Between 2001 and 2018, Dolan worked for the Cleveland Heights police department. She climbed the ranks, going from patrol officer to captain.

She has a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from the University of Toledo and a Master's in Criminology from University of Cincinnati.

“I want to thank Mayor Horwitz for giving me this incredible opportunity and am excited to join Chief Kelly Stillman and the other officers in the department. Beachwood is a well-respected and flourishing community and I’m looking forward to assisting with leading the police department and taking it to the next level,” Dolan said.

Dolan will start work Sept. 13. A ceremonial swearing in ceremony will be held Sept. 20 at Beachwood City Hall, 25325 Fairmount Boulevard.