Township Police Chief Ergang Retired

The Township of Kalamazoo Police Department (TKPD) announces the retirement of Police Chief Bryan Ergang, who will conclude a distinguished career in law enforcement after 31 years of service to our community, including the last eight years as Chief of Police. Chief Ergang’s retirement will be effective Friday, January 16, 2026.

Chief Ergang began his career with TKPD in 1995 and has served in various roles in the department before being appointed as Chief. Chief Ergang has also lent his leadership to numerous local and statewide committees, even serving as the President of the Michigan Association of Chief’s of Police in 2024-2025.

Throughout his career he has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to public safety, professionalism, and community partnership. During his tenure as chief, he has led the department in reestablishment of a community policing unit, instituted a nationally accredited K-9 unit, developed a Township-wide IT department, hired three times the national average of female officers, increased overall staffing of the agency, led the initiative for new public safety and government infrastructure, and voluntarily attained department-wide accreditation through the Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission.

Chief Ergang notes that, “Serving the Kalamazoo community who welcomed me so long ago, and working alongside the dedicated men and women of the Township of Kalamazoo Police Department has been the greatest honor of my career,” “I am proud of what we have accomplished together and confident the department is well positioned for the future.”

Kalamazoo Township Superintendent Tracie Moored has appointed current TKPD Lieutenant Scott Jackson as the next Chief of Police, upon Ergang’s retirement. Jackson brings over 25 years of law enforcement experience to his new duties, including leadership roles in field training, community policing, narcotics investigations, and in multiple roles as a division commander for TKPD.