Ed Davis to resign

The Globe reports that Ed Davis, Boston's police commissioner since 2006, will announce tomorrow he is resigning. Davis has scheduled a press conference for 10 a.m., Monday, to discuss his future plans.

Several mayoral candidates reacted quickly:

Bill Walczak:

I want to thank Ed Davis for his service to the City of Boston and wish him well in his future endeavors. I also urge Mayor Menino to appoint an interim Police Commissioner so that his successor can fill the position permanently.

Mike Ross (who had criticized Davis's performance on minority hiring in command ranks):

Ed Davis has had a great career and is a dedicated public servant. While I've criticized issues at the police department during this campaign, I've never doubted for a second that Commissioner Davis is committed to making our city safer for all residents.

They will be big shoes to fill, but I will appoint a police commissioner who is committed to increasing diversity throughout the department -- especially at the senior levels -- and who believes in utilizing innovative technologies to help fight crime.

Rob Consalvo (who had said he would keep Davis on):

I have worked closely with Ed Davis during his time leading the Boston Police Department and he has worked tirelessly to keep our neighborhoods safe. Ed Davis displayed uncommon valor and leadership in the aftermath of the marathon bombings and he has served our city well. Ed's decision to retire presents an opportunity for the next mayor to increase diversity at the highest levels of the police department, and if elected mayor, I look forward to working with organizations like MAMLEO, our community leaders, our police unions and others to find a commissioner who can fill Ed's shoes. I want to thank Commissioner Davis for his valuable leadership in service over the past seven years and Michelle and I wish him well as he begins the next chapter of his professional career

Dan Conley (who had also vowed to keep Davis):

Commissioner Ed Davis deserves the gratitude of everyone in Boston.  For nearly 7 years, Ed Davis has provided a steady hand and unparalleled leadership to our city.  I've had the privilege of working with him closely and can attest to his integrity, his professionalism and his compassion. Ed loved his job, he genuinely cares for the people of Boston, and he is leaving Boston and the Boston Police Department better places.  I can think of no higher praise.
 
Many will remember Ed for the strength of his leadership during the Marathon Bombings, and rightly so, but I hope people recognize that he was a smart, attentive, and decisive leader throughout his tenure.  His daily leadership was critical to moving the Boston Police Department forward, raising its standards, and preparing it for those moments that happen each and every day when the people of Boston rely on them most.