04/03/2026
Meet our Maine Chief's of Police Association District 5 Chief, Mark Leonard, with the Veazie Police Department. Chief Leonard is one of eight District Chief's throughout the state to represent their designated areas to support and help with communication with the Maine Chief's and our partners. Each District Chief is vital to the success of the Maine Chief's of Police Association and our mission.
Mark Leonard is a seasoned law enforcement professional and public servant, with over two decades of experience in various leadership roles within the Town of Veazie, Maine. Currently serving as both the Town Manager and Police Chief, Leonard brings a wealth of experience, a strong commitment to his community, and a deep understanding of public safety and municipal operations.
As the Police Chief, Leonard leads a team of 10 officers and plays a crucial role in budget preparation, policy review, and community outreach. He has held several leadership positions in law enforcement organizations, including serving as the President of the Maine Chiefs of Police Association and the New England Association of Chief’s of Police and is the current Region 5 Representative. Leonard’s leadership extends beyond Veazie, as he served as the Interim Police Chief in Lincoln, Maine, from 2023-2025.
In his role as Town Manager, Leonard oversees a staff of six members and manages an annual budget of approximately $8 million. He is responsible for preparing and presenting budgets, consulting with local, state, and federal representatives, and
performing key administrative tasks. Additionally, he serves as Assistant Code Enforcement Officer and Health Officer for the town.
Outside his professional duties, Leonard is an active member of his community and the state. He serves as the Immediate Past Chair of the Penquis CAP Board of Directors and is involved with several other community organizations, including the Bangor Y Board of Directors where he is the current Vice Chair and Chair of the Penobscot Downeast Cable Consortium. Most recently Leonard has joined the Executive Committee for Maine Municipal Association. Leonard is an Eagle Scout, Master Mason and a Noble at Mystic Shrine, Anah Temple. He is a proud Father of two daughters and the grandfather. In his free time, Leonard enjoys riding his snowmobile in the winter and motorcycle in the summer.
The Maine Chief's of Police Association are lucky to work for Chief Leonard, Maine Law Enforcement and our stakeholders, and the citizens of Maine.
