CHIEF’S WELCOME STATEMENT

The Clayton Police Department was formed on May 1, 1972 and began serving the Clayton community two months later with a Chief and two police officers.  In the beginning, the City was a very small municipality.  However, over the past thirty-five years, the City of Clayton has grown to over 10,000 residents who live in 4100 dwellings located within approximately 5 square miles of incorporated Clayton.  Residents and visitors alike are able to drive on the 42 miles of roadways and are able to walk, run or ride bicycles on the 17 miles of trails located within the City limits.  The Department currently has 27 sworn, civilian and volunteer personnel committed to providing the highest quality service with a small town feel to our residents, businesses and visitors.

The City of Clayton enjoys a high quality of life with low crime rates.  The members of the police department work hard to provide a full range of services to residents, services often beyond what other communities are able to provide.  I invite you to explore our offerings and other pertinent information on this web site and hope that you help us in our effort to strengthen the Clayton community.  In an effort to facilitate communication, I have an “open door” policy for employees of the police department.  This invitation is also extended to members of the community as well.  Please feel comfortable to contact me at any time during the normal work hours of Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm.

Chief Dan Lawrence