Prineville Police Chief Chief Dale Cummins announced recently his decision to retire from the Prineville Police Department on July 1, 2022. "I am truly honored to have had the opportunity to serve the last seven years of my law enforcement career as Prineville's Chief," said Cummins. "I am proud of our department's dedication and proven professionalism and know I'm leaving the community in very capable hands." Cummins began his 38-year law enforcement career serving in the U.S. Army as a military police soldier. Before arriving in Prineville in 2015, Cummins served as a patrolman in his hometown of San Diego and for over 26 years as a City of Gresham patrolman, field training officer, canine handler, sergeant, lieutenant, captain, and deputy chief. Cummins became chief of police in Prineville on December 15, 2015, after serving six months as a captain. As Prineville's Chief of Police, Cummins focused on creating a team environment that encouraged