LAKEPORT >> Long serving veteran, Captain Dale Stoebe was appointed the new chief of police for the city of Lakeport, and ascends to the office once current head, Chief Brad Rasmussen retires later this year.
Following a national search helped by Bob Hall & Associates Executive Recruiters, Captain Stoebe was chosen as the top candidate through a thorough assessment process. Captain Stoebe has been a member of the Lakeport Police Department since 1990, according to city of Lakeport.
He worked in various capacities including patrol officer, narcotics taskforce member, and School Resource officer, where he was engaged in with the teaching of the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) program. Promoted to sergeant in 2006, he assumed responsibilities in police operations, recruiting, and internal affairs. He advanced further as he served as a detective and after a time became second in command of the department. In addition, Captain Stoebe is a distinguished graduate of the FBI National Academy. Council Member Stacey Mattina voiced enthusiasm for Captain Stoebe’s appointment. “I am excited to have Captain Stoebe take the reins. He understands the public safety needs of Lakeport and has established strong community relationships.”
A lifelong resident of Lakeport, Captain Stoebe is well immersed in the community, participating in local organizations and raising his family in the city he has served so admirably.
Captain Stoebe expressed his appreciation once notified. “I am excited by the opportunity and humbled, he said. “I am looking forward to the role and continue working with Chief (Brad) Rasmussen with the work we already started and continuing that into the future.”
Some objectives the department takes satisfaction with is the fully staffed roster for the first time in more than a decade, while focusing on further crime reduction as well as enhancing the relationship between all the departments’ staff and the community. Regarding the fentanyl lawsuits against pharmaceutical companies, the Department of Justice has secured $32 billion through nationwide settlements, of which California, will receive $2 billion, bringing needed funding back to communities for treatment and prevention strategies.
Captain Stoebe noted he is unaware if Lakeport has actually been allocated funds and believed two outstanding lawsuits may change that once concluded. He also mentioned collaborative talks were held with other entities about possibly pooling resources to work on projects together.
He added, “I am deeply committed to the safety and well-being of Lakeport, and I promise to lead with the same dedication and care that I would for my own family. Together, we will continue to foster a safe, supportive, and thriving environment for all our residents.”
The recruitment began with executive recruiters taking input from the City Council, members of the Lakeport community, police department staff, and City staff, which set the stage for a nationwide search. This process culminated in four of the most qualified candidates participating in interview panel assessments, which included an array of panels including multiple police chiefs, City staff leaders, and a community panel. Following three hours of interviews and being evaluated by 13 different assessors, candidates who most closely aligned with the public safety needs of the community were invited to an interview with City Manager, Kevin Ingram. Ingram said, “Captain Stoebe was selected after receiving strong feedback from the Community Panel as well as the other assessors and highlighting his deep-rooted commitment to public safety in Lakeport.”
The City of Lakeport looks forward to Captain Stoebe’s leadership as he assumes his role as Police Chief.
