Longtime police chief stepping down
Midwest City police Chief Brandon Clabes is retiring after 21 years as the city’s top law enforcement officer.
Clabes announced he is stepping down to accept a position as director of the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET).
He started his career with the city as a patrol officer in 1979 after graduating from the University of Oklahoma. Clabes was promoted three times before being named police chief in 1999. He is the longest serving chief in the agency’s history.
Clabes announced the decision to city leaders on Monday. His last day with Midwest City will be May 14. He plans to start with CLEET on May 17.
During his career, Clabes has developed a “community policing” model that relies on strong relationships between police officers and residents. He has also been active with several local, state and national law enforcement organizations.
In addition to his law enforcement career, Clabes serves as a member of the Rose State College Board of Regents, the City of Choctaw Board of Adjustments and other civic efforts.
Congratulations to Chief Clabes, one of the finest men l know.
Brandon Clabes is as honorable a man as there is. He has been a stalwart at providing leadership and setting an example of professionalism as Police Chief of Midwest City. I am proud to call him a friend and wish him all the best in his future endeavors. God’s speed old friend!
Congratulations Brandon! CLEET will be better than ever with you at the helm!
Congratulations Chief, Cleet will be in excellent hands . Oklahoma should be grateful that you will be at the helm.
Brandon,
I wanted to send my congratulations on your new adventure. I know you will give it your best, as you have done in all your endeavors. It has been my pleasure to work with you over the years from opening the police substation in Heritage Park Mall to my long term involvement with the MWC Police Academy Alumni Association. Don’t be a stranger.
Friends Always,
Kathy
So very proud of you!! Thank you and enjoy!!
Great man and good friend!
Congratulations in another phase of your LE career.
This city has been very fortunate to have Chief Clabes for so many years. He will surely be missed!!
Congratulations. I remember being a part of one of your promotion boards. Great chief. Good luck in New position.
Congratulations Brandon and Sandy Clabes. Thank you Sir for your leadership in law enforcement and co-parenting the recent mental health services in Midwest City. You’re truly one of Midwest City’s finest. Best of luck directing CLEET. Sincerely, Jay Gamble
You retiring as Chief will leave big shoes to fill and the end of a great era. Glad to see you stepping into the CLEET Director’s job great choice. Good luck anyway I can ever be of help let me know.
Mike Grimes
Congratulations Chief on your retirement and your position with Cleet
Congratulations my friend. Looking forward to your leadership with CLEET and your influence on a state level.
Congratulations on your MWCPD retirement and beginning a new adventure with Cleet. Thank you you for all you have done and the assistance you have provided thru the years. You and your presence will definitely be missed.
Nice working with you over the years Brandon. Good luck with your new carrier at CLEET
Congratulations Brandon. You’ve served the city well. Law enforcement in MWC has benefitted from your tireless leadership. CLEET is lucky to have you join their organization. May your new endeavor be blessed with the same success you experienced as Midwest City’s Police Chief.
Blessings to you and your family.
CLEET’s gain is Midwest City’s loss. But he leaves a department so greatly improved on his watch with great people left to care for it. The very best of luck with your new adventure!
Congratulations Chief, your a great leader in any venue.🇺🇸🇺🇸