“I would like to thank you for the vote of confidence in 2016, and again in 2020. I humbly ask for your support in 2024. It is an honor to serve you as your sheriff.”
Qualifications
PERSONAL
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Continuous Beeville resident since 1973
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Veteran U.S. Navy
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Over 12 years with Beeville Police Department serving as:
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Detective
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Patrol Sergeant
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Patrol Officer
19 years with Bee County Sheriff’s Office
8 of those years as Bee County Sheriff
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Master Peace Officer Certification
PROFESSIONAL POSITIONS
• Texas Sheriff ’s Association
• Texas Jail Association
• Texas Chief Deputies Association
• Texas Sheriff ’s Regional Alliance
• Operation Lonestar Taskforce
• Coastal Bend Peace Officers Association Board Member & Past President
• Coastal Bend College Law Enforcement Advisory Board Member
Active in our community
HONESTY & EXPERIENCE MATTER
I humbly request your support and your vote in the May runoff election as I seek to continue serving you and Bee County as Bee County Sheriff.
During my 8 years as your Sheriff, I have worked to ensure that Bee County is on the leading edge of law enforcement and county corrections issues, trends, and technology.
I pledge to continue this vital work to keep Bee County safe.
I am passionate about strengthening our relationship with the public and creating an environment for true community policing and involvement.
From our Deputies presenting programs throughout the year in our schools to our presence at local events, to our partnerships with the agencies in our surrounding counties and the Beeville Police Department, I have seen the power of teamwork. Together, we can overcome the serious issues facing the citizens in our community.
I hope you will join me in continuing to keep Bee County safe and support my
re-election effort. Thank you!
Experienced | Dependable
Proven Integrity | Proven Leadership
Law enforcement professional
With 31 years of progressively responsible experience in directing and leading law enforcement goals and objectives.
Manager
Of more than 50 personnel plus oversight of facilities, equipment and multi-million dollar budgets while adhering to multiple agency guidelines.
Leader
Experienced in organizing, directing, and motivating a
diverse work force.
Skillful Communicator
Excellent interpersonal and professional communication skills necessary for community and professional relations.
Critical thinker
With strong analytical and critical thinking skills and experience assessing a situation and devising a solution.
31 YEARS OF LAW ENFORCEMENT TO BEE COUNTY
Governor Rick Perry with Sheriff Alden Southmayd
Endorsements
Former Governor Rick Perry
(longest-serving Governor in Texas)
Congresswoman Mayra Flores
Sheriff Larry Busby
Sheriff Oscar Rivera
Bee County Voters in 2016 & 2020
Positive Changes
• Secured millions in grant funding for law enforcement
• Partnered with the HIDTA Crossroads Task Force to disrupt the illegal drug market
• Incorporated a highly-successful Junior Deputy Program
• Increased education and community programs
• Courtesy Card program
• Intense patrols for targeted high-crime areas
• Maintained a positive, professional relationship with surrounding agencies
Equipment Improvements
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Mobile data terminals in patrol units
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Established a Body Camera program
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Established a state-of-the-art Drone Program that is frequently used throughout the region
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Procured “no touch” narcotics analyzers increasing officer safety
ENDORSED BY GOVERNOR RICK PERRY
I am proud to have the support and endorsement of former Texas Governor Rick Perry in my campaign for the republican nomination and election as your Bee County Sheriff. Governor Perry headlined my campaign kickoff in October with several hundred friends joining us for BBQ – I thank you all for your support and the excitement about our re-election.
I know this man, I know his heart, and I hope you'll help by standing up and saying
"I'm for Alden Southmayd to be our Sheriff!"
-Rick Perry, Former Texas Governor
