The leader of the Austin Police Department, Chief Brian Manley, has been named as the 49th world's greatest leader by Fortune.
Fortune said Austin has the third-lowest rate of violent crime among the 30 biggest U.S. metro areas and many credit Chief Manley for his ability to keep the peace.
Fortune continued on praising Manley for his community collaboration and central focus, urging officers to forge ties with homeless people and with Austin's Latin American immigrant communities.
“While I’m honored to receive this recognition, I realize this accomplishment is based on everyone that works for the Austin Police Department," said Chief Manley. "I’m proud of the men and women who serve our community with professionalism and compassion each and every day.”
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Finally, Fortune mentioned Manley's ability to keep the city calm during the string of bombings in 2018.
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