HOBART, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — The Hobart/Lawrence Police Department has a new chief after four finalists were announced earlier this month.
Michael Renkas, the current captain of HLPD, was named as the new police chief after the police commission meeting Sunday.
Renkas is a 15-year veteran of law enforcement and was the first captain for HLPD.
In addition to working with the department, Renkas also serves as an adjunct instructor for the recruit academy at Fox Valley Technical College.
He previously served with Appleton and Grand Chute’s police departments as well as the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve.
“I am honored and humbled to be entrusted with this opportunity to serve the residents, business owners, visitors and officers as we move our police department forward,” said Renkas. “Together, we will enhance building our culture of community policing with our stakeholders — ensuring continued exceptional police services are provided. I am excited about the future and working alongside the community and professionals of Hobart and Lawrence.”
Current Police Chief, Randy Bani, will be retiring Jan. 2 but will remain with the department through July, as Renkas transitions into the new leadership position.
