Your 50 years of service to the Gretna Police Department, including those as Chief, have been marked by unwavering commitment, steadfast leadership, and an unyielding dedication to justice. Under your guidance, our department has faced challenges with courage and professionalism, ensuring the safety and well-being of our citizens. Throughout your tenure, you have been a source of inspiration not only to your officers but also to the entire community. Whether it was spearheading innovative community policing initiatives, strengthening partnerships between the department and residents, or navigating complex situations with integrity, you have consistently gone above and beyond the call of duty. Your legacy will undoubtedly endure, leaving behind a police department that is stronger, more resilient, and more deeply connected to the people it serves. While we will miss your presence at the helm, we celebrate the well-deserved retirement that awaits you.

On a personal note, as you step away from the badge, know that you leave behind a city that is forever grateful for your contributions. The relationship between our offices has allowed the City of Gretna to prosper and grow. I truly want you to know how much I, as Mayor, appreciate that. Serving alongside you and putting people before politics was an honor. May this new chapter bring you and your family health, happiness, and the opportunity to enjoy the fruits of a career well served.

Thank you again for your exemplary service.

With heartfelt appreciation,

Mayor Belinda Constant