Chief Brian Barner will finish his 34-year career with the Redding Police Department today, June 30. While his official retirement isn't effective until Sept. 22, City Manager William Tarbox said Barner's final day is today. The city has begun its recruitment process for the next police chief, with employment agency Bob Murray & Associates hired to recruit a new police chief. Recruitment closes on July 5, with interviews of candidates beginning shortly after.