March 5, 2024

Rudy Mendoza, Police Chief, Tolleson, Arizona

Rudy Mendoza the Police Chief from Tolleson Arizona talks to Matt Lehrman on the Community Catalyst podcast.

Police Chief Rudy Mendoza,

Tolleson, Arizona

"The Wellness Police" - As part of his wellness agenda in Tolleson, Arizona, Police Chief Rudy Mendoza wanted to make therapy mandatory. But cultural change doesn’t always follow a chain of command.


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Rudy Mendoza, Police Chief, Tolleson, Arizona on the Community Catalyst Podcast.



ABOUT THE PODCAST: Mayors, council members, police chiefs, foundation CEOs and other local leaders share their hard-won lessons about making a difference in their community. More than a showcase for stories, “Community Catalysts” offers a durable demonstration that concepts like vision, courage, leadership, inclusivity, trust and collaboration are more than intangible values. The experiences shared convey specific knowledge and skills that deserve to be shared, honed and put into practice.


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