Meet the Chief

Message from the Chief
Welcome to the Davenport Police Department website.
It is a privilege to serve the citizens of Davenport as Chief of Police and to lead the dedicated men and women of this department, who are committed to a proactive, community-oriented approach to policing.
We are proud of our reputation for providing a high level of law enforcement service to our community. The Davenport Police Department is a progressive and growing agency that remains responsive to the needs of those we serve. We are dedicated to contemporary and innovative policing, and we strive for excellence by building strong community partnerships and reducing crime through problem-solving strategies. I hope you find this site helpful in learning more about the Davenport Police Department, the services we offer, and the men and women who make up our department.
I also invite you to follow us on Facebook and Instagram and to visit this site often as we continue to update information that may be useful to you.
Sincerely,

Steve Parker
Chief of Police

Mission
We, the members of the Davenport Police Department, are committed to excellence in law enforcement and are dedicated to the people, traditions, and diversity of our city. We will provide service with understanding, response with compassion, performance with uncompromised integrity, and law enforcement with vision.

Vision
The Davenport Police Department is a dynamic, progressive, and professional organization dedicated to maintaining community partnerships that promote a high quality of life for the City’s diverse population. The Department is committed to treating all people with dignity, fairness, and respect, protecting their rights, and providing equal protection under the law.