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Windsor, California (May 9, 2024) – The Town of Windsor is proud to announce the appointment of Lieutenant Gregory Piccinini as the new Chief of Police for the Windsor Police Department, effective May 13, 2024. With over 18 years of distinguished service, Chief Piccinini brings a wealth of law enforcement and leadership experience, a proven history of community-oriented policing, fostering public safety, and a deep dedication to each community he has served.

 “It is with great honor to serve the Town of Windsor as the next Chief of Police. I look forward to continue to build the bonds with the community while providing firm, fair, and compassionate law enforcement services for the Town,” said incoming Chief Piccinini.

Piccinini succeeds Chief of Police Michael Raasch, who served the Town of Windsor with distinction and dedication before retiring on May 1, 2024. “It's truly inspiring to see Greg’s genuine passion for public service and deep commitment to every community he has worked in. With such a rich family history of public service, including his father's notable roles, former Windsor Chief of Police and Sheriff within the Sonoma County Sheriff's Department, it's evident that leadership and dedication to public service runs deep. Greg has a huge heart for giving back and I am confident that he will serve the Windsor community with distinction as the new Windsor Chief of Police,” said retired Windsor Chief of Police Michael Raasch.

Gregory Piccinini’s career in public safety started when he joined the Clear Lake Police Department as a police officer in 2005. Since 2007, he has served the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office through various positions including Deputy Sheriff, Domestic Violence / Sexual Assault Detective, Patrol Sergeant, and Lieutenant of Patrol Operations. During that time, he has consistently sought out opportunities to engage with the community through participation in donation drives, parades, open houses, and emergency event planning. “With a strong history of building positive relationships in the communities he has served, I feel Chief Piccinini will be an excellent fit for our Town,” said Town Manager Jon Davis.

Chief Piccinini holds awards of Excellence as part of the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office Honor Guard, Meritorious Service to the Citizens of Sonoma County as part of the K-9 Unit, Medal of Valor for life saving measures issued by Sonoma County Sheriff, and Medal of Merit for the 2017 Tubbs Fire awarded by Sonoma County Sheriff. 

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