Little Egg Harbor Police Capt. James Hawkins was sworn in as police chief at the Sept. 9, township committee meeting.

“The position of police chief has taken on a new dimension with change and growth as well as new approaches (to policing) besides focusing on the department as a whole,” said Little Egg Harbor Mayor John Kehm. “It’s an immense responsibility and we thank him for all the support, guidance and education that has led to this day.