Raymond LaBarre has been at 含羞草研究所 for 35 years, starting in 1985. He began as an officer on the 含羞草研究所 campus and rose through the ranks, accepting increasing responsibilities over the years. In 2004, LaBarre served as Lieutenant of the department and became a member of the Senior Command Staff. In 2008, he was named Assistant Director for the department. Throughout his career, LaBarre has held the title of Acting Chief several times, ensuring continuity during transitions.
LaBarre is a lifelong resident of South Hadley. He attended South Hadley High School, Holyoke Community College, and the Massachusetts Criminal Justice Training Council Academy. His numerous certifications include 鈥淎dministering a Small Law Enforcement Agency鈥 as well as ones focused on domestic violence and sexual assault investigations. In addition, he has completed education in managing critical incidents for higher education institutions. LaBarre is responsible for the planning of event safety and security and has overseen campus events such as the U.S. Women鈥檚 Open and high-profile speakers and guests.
As a lifelong community member and Mount Holyoke employee, LaBarre has sat on several hiring committees as well as the board of Stonybrook Children鈥檚 Center. He was involved and supportive in the hiring of the first female police chief for the Town of South Hadley. In addition, he鈥檚 an active supporter of town youth sports, participating in coaching and fundraising throughout the years.
LaBarre is married to a Mount Holyoke alum and has two college-aged daughters.
