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Chief of Internal Affairs Miguel A. Iglesias, who was born in Panama and moved  to the United States as a young child, grew up in Brooklyn.  Miguel has always had a passion for protecting those who are most vulnerable, which inspired him to become a police officer in April 1991. His commitment to serving has been evident throughout his career spanning over 30 years with the New York City Police Department.

Chief Iglesias joined the New York City Police Department in April 1991 and began his career on patrol in the 114^th Precinct where he later became a narcotic undercover.  He also served in the 73^rd , 77^th , and 103^rd Precincts; Police Service Areas 2 and 9; the Narcotics Division; the Queens North Narcotics Division; Vice Enforcement Division (VED) Manhattan South; VED Queens; VED Brooklyn North; the Internal Affairs Bureau; Narcotics Borough Staten Island; and Narcotics Borough Brooklyn.  He was promoted to Detective in August 1997; Sergeant in January 2001; Lieutenant in June 2005; Captain in June 2009; Deputy Inspector in September 2013; Inspector in March 2016; Deputy Chief in June 2018; and  Assistant Chief in 2020.

Chief Iglesias served as Commanding Officer of DB- Investigative Support Division, Office of the Chief of Department, Intelligence Bureau Operations and Analysis Section, Narcotics Borough Brooklyn North, 73^rd  Precinct, Police Service Areas 2 and 9.

Chief Iglesias earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Management from St. Joseph’s College and a Master of Science degree in Human Resources Management from Seton Hall University.  In furtherance of his professional development, Chief Iglesias completed the Harvard Kennedy School Executive Program and Columbia University School of International and Public Affairs Program.

The First Panamanian Marching Band of Brooklyn is a non-profit organization, that serves the Brooklyn community by providing children, youth, and adults with the musical art of marching band as an alternative and cultural exchange.

Established in 2017, Drums and Bugles International Bands, Inc. unites numerous marching bands, their families, and other community organizations to engage in local, national, and international activities. With over 21 years of musical, directorial, and managerial experience, Drums and Bugles aims to cultivate a genuine love for music among young adults while developing their leadership skills through unique and targeted programming. Ultimately, the organization seeks to help all members become more productive, constructive, and passionate leaders, serving their communities with music at the center.

Mayor, Guillermo Nurse, was born in the former U.S. territory of the Panama Canal Zone and raised in Pedro Miguel, a town within the Canal Zone. He is one of 12 siblings and the son of Clifford and Rebecca Nurse. Guillermo is also the proud father of six children. After serving for 22 years in the United States Navy, Guillermo retired as a Chief Petty Officer. He eventually made Oxford, North Carolina his home, where he resides with his wife, Kirsa, and has developed a deep connection with the city and its people.

For over thirty years, Guillermo has dedicated himself to securing scholarships to universities and high schools in the United States for young men and women from the Republic of Panama and Puerto Rico, helping them achieve their athletic and academic goals.

In 2022, Guillermo was appointed to the Oxford Planning Board, where he applied his extensive experience in strategic planning, infrastructure management, and contract negotiations to help guide the city through its growth challenges.

Throughout his career, Guillermo has held leadership positions in both the public and private sectors. For nearly a decade, he served as a Facility Operations Manager at various data centers across the region. He also coached professional basketball in Puerto Rico and was the general manager of the Republic of Panama's men's national basketball team during the 2006 FIBA World Championship in Japan.

Guillermo’s diverse experience, strong connections, and unwavering commitment to Oxford position him as a dedicated leader. As Mayor, he is focused on guiding Oxford through its unprecedented growth and change, ensuring it remains a vibrant and inclusive community for all.