Honorary Doctorate Degree in Christian Leadership Studies, Yeshua University & Theological Seminary
Master’s Degree in Public Administration, Fairleigh Dickinson University
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, University of Miami
FBI National Academy Graduate (173rd Session) & FBINAA Life Member
FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development Program Graduate
West Point Command and Leadership Program Graduate
NJ Certified Public Manager
Emergency Management Coordinator
Life Member of NJ State Police Chiefs Association
Law Enforcement Career, Awards & Commendations
Sworn Police Officer of Saddle Brook Police Department for 40 Years
Chief of Police for 30 Years
Past President of the Bergen County Police Chiefs Association
Past President of the New Jersey State Police Chiefs Association
Longest serving active Police Chief in Bergen County
Police Chief Achievement Award from Bergen County Police Chiefs Association
President’s Award from NJ State Police Chiefs Association
Law Enforcement Appreciation Award from Anti-Defamation League of B’nai B’rith
Distinguished Graduate Award from National Catholic Educational Association
Ten Outstanding Young Citizens of NJ Community Service Award from NJ Jaycees
Law Enforcement Appreciation Award from Peace Island’s Institute
Community Involvement and Outreach
Former National Board Chairman of L.E.A.D. (Law Enforcement Against Drugs). Largest Drug and Violence Education and Prevention program taught in Bergen County Schools, the State of New Jersey and most rapidly growing Drug Prevention and Education Program in the United States. L.E.A.D.S. vision is to create safer, healthier communities free of drugs, bullying and violence.
Chief Administrative Officer and Director of The United States Law Enforcement Coalition. Chief Kugler has led a coalition of law enforcement executives, supporters and a network of international police agencies to foster enhanced police-community relations
Municipal Chairman of Saddle Brook Republican County Committee