Chief of Police Steven Hood

Police Chief Steve Hood started his law enforcement career in 1982 as a Police Officer with the Salinas Police Department. During his tenure in Salinas he also served as a Corporal, Detective, Sergeant, Lieutenant and SWAT Commander. In 1999, he joined the Petaluma Police Department as a Captain. In 2004, Steve was selected as the Chief of Police for the City of Petaluma.

Steve earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business and Accounting from California State University, Sacramento, and a Masters of Science Degree in Management from California Polytechnic University, Pomona. Steve is a graduate of the F.B.I. National Academy in Quantico, Virginia and the POST Command College.

Message from the Chief

It is my honor to represent the members of the Petaluma Police Department.

The Petaluma Police Department is part of a team effort from your City government to make Petaluma an enjoyable and safe place to live and work. I am proud to say that your police department is committed to taking a problem solving approach to policing that addresses quality of life issues in our community.

The men and women of the Petaluma Police Department work very hard to make a difference. We would like to thank the citizens of Petaluma for their committed support of our efforts. We recognize that the quality of service we provide directly affects the quality of life of our residents. Our success can therefore only be measured by your satisfaction.

Recent events have changed our community and our nation, but also brought us all closer together. We welcome your ideas and suggestions as we move forward with renewed dedication and commitment.

Steven K. Hood
Chief of Police

 

Contact Information

Police Chief,
Steve Hood

Location:
969 Petaluma Blvd. N.
Petaluma, CA 94952
phone:707.778.4370
fax:707.778.4502

Hours:
Admin. Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
8:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
Emergencies 24/7

Phone Numbers:
Police Reception
707.778.4372
Department Fax
707.778.4476
Administrative Assistant
707.778.4370
Special Operations Lieutenant
707.778.4530
Records Supervisor
707.778.4462
Investigations Unit
707.778.4375
Street Crimes Unit
707.778.4477
Traffic Safety Unit
707.778.4335
Traffic Complaints
(voice mail only) 707.781.1289
Graffiti Hotline
707.776.3606

E-Mail:
Police Department
Police Administration
Traffic/STOP Enforcement
Street Crimes Unit

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