Chickaloon Tribal Police Chief Donna Anthony Announces Retirement, Continued Service
Contributed by Donna Anthony
After more than 20 years in law enforcement, I have made the difficult decision to retire as Chief of Police for the Chickaloon Tribal Police Department, effective June 30, 2026.
This has truly been one of the greatest honors of my life. Serving the Chickaloon community alongside dedicated officers, Tribal leadership, federal partners, staff, and community members has meant more to me than words can express. Together, we strengthened public safety, built trust, supported victims, mentored new officers, and served with integrity and compassion.
I have always believed deeply in the mission of Tribal public safety and in helping all Alaskans, especially those in remote and underserved areas where assistance can be hours away. Alaska continues to face some of the nation’s highest rates of sexual assault, domestic violence, and Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons cases. These realities drove my commitment to stronger partnerships, better training, and safer communities throughout my career.
I offer my sincere thanks to the Chickaloon Tribal Council for their trust and support. I am also deeply grateful to every officer, dispatcher, staff member, and community partner I’ve worked with. This work is never done alone.
Law enforcement was never just a career for me, it was a calling. From my years with the Palmer Police Department, patrol work, undercover assignments, drug investigations, and working with the DEA, to leadership roles and Tribal policing, I have dedicated my life to protecting others and preparing people to survive critical incidents.
While retirement is bittersweet, this is not the end of my service. I will continue my mission through Point Blank Firearms & Self-Defense Training, traveling across the United States to teach firearms safety, self-defense, active shooter response, church security, and reality-based training programs. Empowering people to become safer, stronger, and more prepared will always remain close to my heart.
Many of you also know I am running for Alaska House District 26 in 2026. After years on the front lines of public safety, I believe it’s time to bring real-world experience and practical leadership to the Alaska State House. I will continue fighting for strong communities, constitutional rights, public safety, and a brighter future for Alaska families.
To everyone who has supported me, thank you. Your encouragement, friendship, and trust have meant everything.
This next chapter brings a new adventure, but my heart for service will never change.