After serving the city for more than 30 years, Brownsville police Chief Felix Sauceda was named the assistant city manager for Brownsville.

Sauceda will take on a dual role as both police chief and assistant city manager.

In a statement, Sauceda said he will support the city manager’s strategic plans and initiatives.

The new role will allow him to continue serving the community on a larger scale, Sauceda added.

Read the full statement below:

“I am humbled and deeply honored to serve OUR city as Assistant City Manager. I am also honored to continue serving as Chief of Police. The appointment allows me to continue serving Our community at a larger scale. I thank God, my family, our CM Helen Ramirez and our Commission/Mayor for the opportunity.”