Kevin Foltz
My name is Kevin Foltz, and I am honored to offer my full endorsement of Tommy Williams for the position of Chief of Police for the City of Slidell.
I began my career with the Slidell Police Department as a Reserve Officer in 1983 and was hired full-time in 1985. Over the course of my 28-year career, I had the privilege of serving in numerous roles that provided me with a comprehensive understanding of law enforcement operations and leadership.
As a Patrol Officer, I served as a member of the Extrication Team, utilizing specialized equipment such as the Jaws of Life to rescue victims trapped in serious vehicle accidents. I also became the department’s first certified Field Training Officer, later supervising the Field Training Program and helping develop its policies and procedures.
Throughout my career, I was a member—and later supervisor—of the Traffic Fatality Investigation Team, responsible for investigating serious and fatal vehicle accidents within the city. I also served in the Misdemeanor Follow-Up Unit, investigating crimes throughout Slidell, and led the Oral Interview Board responsible for evaluating applicants seeking to join the department.
After being promoted to Sergeant, I served as a Patrol Shift Supervisor, and later as a Lieutenant and Patrol Shift Commander, where I oversaw large teams and worked to ensure the safety of our community. As a Lieutenant, I also served as Incident Commander during major events, including hurricanes, Mardi Gras parades, and other critical incidents impacting the city.
Following 20 years in patrol, I was promoted to Deputy Patrol Commander and later to Captain, where I served as Patrol Division Commander, supervising more than 40 personnel and overseeing daily operations. I later became Administration Division Commander, supervising the Records and National Accreditation divisions, and ultimately served as Assistant Chief of Police—the second-in-command of the department.
After retiring in 2013, my commitment to public service continued. In 2014, I was elected without opposition as Slidell City Marshal, where I remain responsible for executing court orders and ensuring the safety of all who utilize the court system.
I share this background to emphasize that I understand what it takes to be an effective leader in law enforcement—and I see those same qualities, and more, in Tommy Williams.
On a personal level, I have known Tommy and his family for over 30 years. Early in my career, I worked with his father, and my wife of over 37 years grew up alongside Tommy, attending school and even riding the same bus together. I have witnessed firsthand the character, integrity, and dedication Tommy brings to everything he does. He has always done the right thing.
Today, I have two sons serving in the Slidell Police Department—one as a Patrol K9 handler and SWAT team member, and the other in the department’s IT Division. This makes my endorsement deeply personal. If I trust Tommy Williams to help lead and protect my sons, then you can be confident he will lead and protect your family as well.
For these reasons, I give Tommy Williams my strongest possible endorsement as the next Chief of Police for the City of Slidell.