Remarks regarding the Appointment of Champaign Chief of Police Anthony Cobb

picture courtesy of Champaign Council member Will Kyles

The NAACP wants to congratulate the City of Champaign on their excellent choice and appointment of Anthony Cobb as our next Chief of Police.  We look forward to supporting and working with Chief Cobb as he embarks on his new endeavor, as well as, our continued work with City Staff and Council members.  Community policing has been a major concern of the NAACP.  Chief Cobb has exhibited strong leadership and experience in this area.  Chief Cobb brings to the position experience, leadership, energy, compassion, integrity, and a great sense of community.  The NAACP is proud to have been a part of this historic event and we see this as a positive first step in the right direction for improving community and police relationships in Champaign.