Local reaction to Milwaukee Police Chief Ed Flynn announcing his retirement

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Following Monday's announcement from Police Chief Ed Flynn that he will retire on February 16, 2018, several local lawmakers, agencies, and community members are sharing their reactions. 

See their responses below:

Milwaukee Police Association: 

Fire and Police Commission: 

Milwaukee County Acting Sheriff Richard Schmidt:

Joint Statement by Members of the Milwaukee Common Council:

Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski:

Statement from Community Coalition for Quality Policing:

Mayor Tom Barrett:

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