Wayland thanks Police Chief Ed Burman as he retires after a 32-year career in law enforcement, including the past 3½ years serving Wayland. During his time in Wayland, Chief Burman brought a calm, professional presence to the department, maintained a strong focus on public safety, updated technology, promoted diversity and inclusion, and worked thoughtfully to strengthen community trust while modernizing day-to-day operations.
Chief Burman has shared that while he is retiring from his full-time role, he may explore interim or short-term leadership opportunities in the future. For now, the community extends its sincere appreciation for his decades of service and wishes him well in whatever comes next.
The town also welcomes Lt. Mark Hebert as he steps into the role of Acting Chief. His move creates the next transition within the department, with senior officers expected to take on expanded responsibilities as leadership roles shift. As the department settles into this new chapter, several experienced members of the command staff will be worth watching as they help guide the Wayland Police Department forward.
