Office of the Police Chief Matthew Boyd

The Office of the Chief oversees the day to day management of the police department and provides leadership to the Command Staff and supervisors in the Department’s three divisions.  This office is comprised of the Deputy Chief of Police, Paul Miller, the Administrative Staff and the Professional Standards Unit. 

The staff coordinates plans and implements all aspects of law enforcement activity in the City.  This includes the supervision of three majors assigned to Support Services, Investigations and Operations and the preparation of the yearly budget.  The Chief makes monthly presentations to the City Council and prepares items for implementation and changes in local legislation.

The Chief is responsible for the overall command of the Department’s 200 employees and for the efficient service and protection of the citizens of the city of Miami Gardens.

                                                                               
Matthew Boyd was selected to be the first police chief of the new city of Miami Gardens Police Department.  Chief Boyd is a veteran law enforcement officer who served for 24 years with the Miami Dade Police Department retiring at the rank of Major.  During his decorated career, Chief Boyd served in many capacities including uniform patrol, Community Policing Unit, Vice Investigations and the Warrants Bureau.  In his last assignment as the District Commander in the City of Miami gardens, Chief Boyd developed an affinity for this fledgling City and wanted to be an integral part of its growth and development.  Chief Boyd has received extensive law enforcement training including being a member of the 225th FBI national Academy and he graduated from Barry University with a Degree in Public Administration. 

Chief’s Letter

Upon accepting the position of police chief in the City of Miami Gardens, I realized I was about to embark on a journey few can comprehend.  Starting a police department from the ground up has been and will continue to be a labor intensive effort that has been very rewarding.   As I continue to meet with residents and business owners in the City, I find a spirit of excitement and anticipation regarding the expectations of this police department and people’s desire to be safe and secure. 

I give the citizens of Miami gardens my pledge to act swiftly, fairly and consistently in stamping out the criminal element within our city.  This Department will treat people with respect and dignity while ensuring that out motto “Building a Safer Community” is met.  I believe that the community and the police department must be partners in our quest to reduce crime in our community and I encourage all citizens of Miami Gardens to join with me in this effort.

I began my career on the streets of Miami Dade County and a major portion of my career was spent in the City of Miami Gardens.  I have seen the City grow over the years and from many different levels.  It is my sincere desire to serve the citizens of this great City with pride and commitment and give them a place to call home where they are free from fear.  Please join myself and our officers in combating crime in our city to make it a great place to live, work and play.  Together we can make a difference and will see the positive results of our efforts.

Sincerely,
Matthew Boyd