# Lynn City Council | Lynn Police Chief Christopher Kelly Swearing  In Ceremony | September 22, 2026


**Body:** Lynn Community Television
**Date:** September 21, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Public Safety


The Lynn City Council held a swearing-in ceremony on September 22, 2026, to officially appoint Christopher Kelly as the new Chief of Police for the Lynn Police Department. The event included remarks from city officials and community leaders highlighting Chief Kelly's three decades of service and his commitment to public safety, community engagement, and leadership. Several promotions within the police department were also announced, including new roles overseeing patrol, criminal investigations, professional standards, and overnight shifts. While the meeting focused primarily on leadership transitions and community safety goals, no specific procurement, contracting, or budget decisions were discussed.

**Source:** Lynn Community Television