Edgartown police Chief Bruce McNamee is planning to retire at the end of September.
The 55-year-old who has served as chief for six years says it's time to pass the torch.
The Vineyard Gazette reports that a search process is expected to find finalists as a successor sometime within the next few weeks.
Town administrator James Hagerty says Chief Bruce McNamee propelled the police department forward and his accomplishments will have a lasting impact.
(Photo From Edgartown Police)