Brian Nicaud

About Me.

My name is Brian Nicaud, and I have proudly served the City of Slidell since 1990. Over the years, I worked in nearly every division of the Slidell Police Department, including Jail, Corrections, Records, Evidence, Patrol, Dispatch, and Public Information. Even after retiring in 2016, I continued serving as a reserve officer and School Resource Officer because my heart has always been with this community. I spent more than a decade as a D.A.R.E. Officer, teaching students about making safe, healthy decisions. I also assisted with the “Booze N' Cruise, You Lose” program for high school seniors and helped maintain our department’s CALEA National Accreditation. As Facilities Manager, I oversaw building maintenance, vehicle purchasing, and city equipment safety — responsibilities that became even more important after Hurricane Katrina. Throughout my career, my greatest joy has been the people of Slidell. I fell in love with this city — its families, its resilience, and its character. My wife, Leslie, and I raised our family here, opening our home to many children and teammates over the years. We come from generations of public servants, and service remains at the core of who we are. After prayer and reflection, I felt called to run for Chief of Police. I believe in strong leadership rooted in integrity, accountability, compassion, and a commitment to serving — not just supervising. My goal is to protect all citizens while also investing in programs that prevent crime, support youth, and build a safer future for our community. I am humbled by the opportunity to give back to the city that has given so much to me. Chief is a title — but SERVE is what I will do.

Experience and Service

Experience & Service

Began service with Slidell Police Department in 1990
Retired in 2016 but continued working as a reserve officer and School Resource Officer
Served in Jail Division, Corrections, Records, Evidence, Juvenile Detective, Assistant PIO and Dispatch
Former Patrolman and certified D.A.R.E. Officer (taught D.A.R.E. for over a decade)
Assisted Captain Rob Callahan with “Booze ’N Cruise You Lose” program
Helped maintain SPD’s CALEA National Accreditation
Served as Facilities Manager for all SPD buildings and fleet
Assisted with city recovery and operations after Hurricane Katrina Planner for SPD’s first Wild Game Cook-Off and community events

Leadership & Community

Deeply involved in student safety, youth programs, and community outreach
Represented SPD in Colorado Springs during national accreditation presentations
Long history of mentoring youth and supporting local programs

Family & Values

Married to Leslie since 1993; raised four children, Have 3 grandchildren
Come from a long lineage of law enforcement and military service
Helped raise nephew Tony, now in law enforcement
Believes in faith, family, service, and protecting the people of Slidell
Member of Bride Adorned Church - actively serving as a Deacon

Why I’m Running

A lifelong calling to serve
Commitment to restoring community trust and strengthening public safety
Desire to mentor troubled youth and offer alternatives to incarceration

My Priorities

Tough on crime while investing in youth prevention programs
Create a Juvenile Intervention Program to redirect at-risk kids
Develop “Work Instead of Lock-Up” for qualified adult offenders
Strengthen transparency, professionalism, and community relationships