TO: Mayor and Commissioners
FROM: Chief Darrell Hunter, Police Department
THROUGH: Terrence R. Moore, ICMA-CM
DATE: April 7, 2026
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"RUN WITH THE CHIEF" COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT EVENT INFORMATION
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Recommended Action:
Recommendation
This item provides information regarding "Run with the Chief" community engagement event.
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Background:
• Event Name: Run with the Chief
• Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
• Location: 1-499 E Atlantic Ave & 1-199 NE 2nd Ave (Pineapple Grove)
• Setup / Road Closures Begin: 6:30 AM
• Event Start Time: 8:00 AM
• Event End Time: 9:00 AM
• Breakdown / Road Reopening: 9:30 AM
Safety and Route Finalization:
The Delray Beach Police Department has finalized the route after careful review of all relevant
factors. The route has been selected to ensure the safety of participants and the community. Road
closures will be limited to local streets and will not require approval from the Department of
Transportation, allowing the event to proceed safely and efficiently.
Event Description:
This community engagement walk and run will be led by Police Chief Hunter alongside members of
the Delray Beach Police Department. The one-mile route will begin on East Atlantic Avenue, proceed
eastbound to East 5th Avenue, return westbound to NE 2nd Avenue, continue north through
Pineapple Grove to NE 2nd Street, and conclude at Worthing Park.
Purpose and Community Benefit:
The event is designed to strengthen the connection between the police department and the
community in a positive, non-enforcement setting. It provides residents with direct access to interact
with police leadership and our new officers, fostering transparency, trust, and approachability.
Additionally, the event promotes health and wellness while creating meaningful opportunities for
dialogue, engagement, and partnership-building in a relaxed and welcoming environment.