After a national search, City Manager William Mitchell and the Fort Myers City Council selected internal candidate Douglas Baker to be Chief of Police. He was sworn in as Chief on December 23, 2008. Chief Baker is responsible for the overall operation of the police department in accordance with Florida State Statutes, local ordinances and policies established by the City of Fort Myers and the City Manager. 

The Fort Myers Police Department is comprised of 176 sworn officers and 81 civilian employees with an annual budget of approximately $26 million.

Chief Baker joined the police department more than 20 years ago working his way up the ranks from a patrol officer to his most recent role, Major of Operations. In 2005, he earned a Master’s Degree in Management from International University. Chief Baker is a 2004 graduate of the FBI National Academy session 216. In 2000, he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Management from International University.

The Fort Myers Police Department’s purpose is to provide exceptional public safety and service through quality partnerships. Chief Baker’s commitment to that purpose is evident in his strong support of community orientated policing and his dedication to serving the City of Fort Myers.
 

After a national search, City Manager William Mitchell and the Fort Myers City Council selected internal candidate Douglas Baker to be Chief of Police. He was sworn in as Chief on December 23, 2008. Chief Baker is responsible for the overall operation of the police department in accordance with Florida State Statutes, local ordinances and policies established by the City of Fort Myers and the City Manager. 

The Fort Myers Police Department is comprised of 176 sworn officers and 81 civilian employees with an annual budget of approximately $26 million.

Chief Baker joined the police department more than 20 years ago working his way up the ranks from a patrol officer to his most recent role, Major of Operations. In 2005, he earned a Master’s Degree in Management from International University. Chief Baker is a 2004 graduate of the FBI National Academy session 216. In 2000, he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Management from International University.

The Fort Myers Police Department’s purpose is to provide exceptional public safety and service through quality partnerships. Chief Baker’s commitment to that purpose is evident in his strong support of community orientated policing and his dedication to serving the City of Fort Myers.