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Office of the Chief of Police
Responsibilities
The Office of the Chief plans, coordinates, directs, and evaluates the activities of the department and provides all command functions for the agency. This includes special studies, research, budgeting, and complex staff assistance as they relate to the delivery of all police services.
The Office of the Chief of Police is comprised of the Chief of Police, Assistant Chief of Police, Office of Professional Standards, and the Public Information Officer.
Gary D. Ratliff
Chief of Police
Phone: 281-338-4165
Chief Gary Ratliff has been with the Department since 1985. He has held the ranks of Sergeant, Lieutenant, and Captain. He was promoted to Assistant Chief in 2006 and promoted to Chief in January 2018. He has served as a supervisor in every division of the Department. Gary has a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management from LeTourneau University and he earned his Master's Degree in Criminal Justice Leadership and Management at Sam Houston State University in 2016. Chief Ratliff is also a graduate of the Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas and the FBI National Academy.
Experience
Chief Ratliff’s experience includes:
- Advanced Accident Investigator
- Assistant SWAT Commander
- Detective
- Field Training Coordinator
- Honor Guard
- Internal Affairs Investigator
- Public Information Officer
- SWAT Negotiator
Anthony Hera
Assistant Chief of Police
Phone: 281-338-8228
Anthony Hera began his career with the League City Police Department in 1993 and currently holds the rank of Assistant Chief of Police. Assistant Chief Hera served in the United States Army from 1988 until 1992. In 2001, he was recognized as the Galveston County Chamber of Commerce Officer of the Year. He holds numerous certifications and graduated from the Institute of Law Enforcement Administration School of Police Supervision. Assistant Chief Hera was the Captain over Patrol and Criminal Investigations before his current assignment.
Experience
Captain Hera’s experience includes:
- Criminal Investigator
- Field Training Officer
- Narcotics Investigator
- SWAT Tactical Team Member & SWAT Sniper
- Firearms & Patrol Rifle Instructor
- Marine Safety Enforcement Officer
- TCOLE Instructor
John Griffith
Public Information Officer/Media Relations Officer
Phone: 281-338-4167
John Griffith joined League City Police Department in January 1992.
Experience
Officer Griffith’s experience includes:
- Background Investigator
- Detective
- Community Outreach Officer
- Field Training Officer
- Patrol Officer
- Public Information Officer
- Public Speaking
Officer Griffith holds a Master Peace Officer Certification. He received a bachelor’s degree in interdisciplinary studies from Letourneau University. As a spokesperson for the Department, he strives to grow a relationship of trust and cooperation between the League City community and the officers who serve it.