South Lake Tahoe Police Chief David Stevenson has announced his retirement from the department.
He will officially step down on June 6 according to a release from the department.
Stevenson began his tenure with the South Lake Tahoe Police Department in 1995 as a police officer.
Over the years, he advanced through the ranks, serving as a Detective, Sergeant, Lieutenant, and Acting Police Chief before his promotion to Police Chief in August of 2020.
“I am truly grateful for the opportunity to work my dream job in my hometown and honored to serve this community for 30 years. I appreciate the community’s trust in the police department, and I look forward to starting the next chapter in my life,” said Chief Stevenson in the statement. “I have complete faith and confidence that the Police Department won’t skip a beat and will continue serving this community seamlessly.”
A top priority for the Police Chief was the well-being of all staff in the police department. He helped formalize and support the development of the department’s Peer Support Team and Wellness Program, which has been invaluable to police staff.
Under his leadership, he played a vital role in developing the South Tahoe Alternative Collaborative Services Program, which focuses on removing barriers to essential services and providing ongoing support to individuals facing homelessness, mental illness, or substance use disorders.
The selection process for the next Police Chief will begin on Friday, February 21.
