Tampa keeps Lee Bercaw as police chief

Why it matters: Bercaw, a 26-year veteran of the department, takes over after a turbulent year for the department under former chief Mary O'Connor.

Catch up quick: He replaced her after O'Connor resigned in December. Creative Loafing unearthed bodycam video of her showing her badge and asking for leniency when she and her husband were stopped for driving their golf cart on a roadway in Oldsmar.

• She was previously called into question after a 1995 traffic stop was a point of contention during her hiring.

What they're saying: Tampa Police Union Spokesperson Brian Barclay told Bay News 9 that Bercaw has improved morale and has worked on addressing mental health issues inside the force and with the public.

• "Day to day it changes what the demand is, but I think Lee Bercaw will be able to stand up and meet the challenge," Barclay said.