On February 29, 2024, City of Cleveland Mayor Justin M. Bibb administered the Oath of Office to Dorothy (Annie) Todd as Chief of the Cleveland Division of Police.
Chief Todd's journey in Public Safety began as a Traffic Controller in 1998 and transitioned to the Cleveland Division of Police in September of 2000. Through her steadfast commitment and exemplary performance, she steadily rose through the ranks, attaining the positions of Sergeant in 2012, Lieutenant in 2017, and Commander of the Third District in 2019. Her leadership as Commander extended across many of the city's vibrant neighborhoods, including Downtown, Fairfax, Hough, Central, and Little Italy. She adeptly fulfilled the role of Incident Commander for numerous high-profile events in the downtown area, including Presidential visits, debates, MLB All Star, the NFL Draft, NBA All-Star, the Cleveland Air Show, as well as various parades, marches, demonstrations, and festivals.
In 2022, Chief Todd's remarkable contributions led to her appointment as Deputy Chief-Chief of Staff, where she flourished in her responsibilities overseeing the daily internal operations of the Division. In her capacity as Deputy Chief, she spearheaded the new Police Headquarters project and diligently worked towards enhancing the Division holistically. Her elevation to the position of Chief reflects not only her past achievements but also the confidence placed in her ability to continue serving the community with excellence and integrity.
Chief Todd has been recognized for her outstanding service with prestigious awards such as the Medal of Heroism and the Distinguished Service Medal.
Chief Todd's exceptional leadership skills, demonstrated during her tenure with the Division, underscore her unwavering dedication to the citizens of our great city as she serves as the 42nd Chief of Police.
The mission of the Cleveland Division of Police is to serve as guardians of the Cleveland community. Guided by the Constitution, we shall enforce the law, maintain order, and protect the lives, property, and rights of all people.
We shall carry out our duties with a reverence for human life and in partnership with members of the community through professionalism, respect, integrity, dedication and excellence in policing.
