During Monday night's City Commission meeting, we were proud to join in congratulating Travis Stefonowicz on his appointment as the 39th Chief of the Fargo Police Department. The vote was unanimous, 5-0, reflecting the Commission's full confidence in his leadership.
Chief Stefonowicz brings 25 years of law enforcement experience to the role, the vast majority of it spent serving Fargo. Since joining the Fargo Police Department in 2002, he has advanced through every level of leadership — from Sergeant and Lieutenant to Assistant Chief and Interim Chief — earning recognition along the way as Fargo Police Officer of the Year, Supervisor of the Year and North Dakota Law Enforcement Officer of the Year.
As Chief, Stefonowicz has made clear that supporting officers and building community trust will remain his top priorities. In the coming months, he plans to hold community forums across Fargo to meet residents and hear their concerns firsthand.
Chief Stefonowicz said that his focus will be on supporting his team, strengthening relationships with residents and the community and ensuring that The Fargo Police Department maintains the high standard of safety and service Fargo expects and deserves.
The City of Fargo is proud to have Chief Stefonowicz leading the Fargo Police Department into the future. Congratulations, Chief!