The Alvin Police Department was formed in 1950 and replaced a city marshal system of law enforcement. The Department has had 10 full-time chiefs of police in its six decades of existence. Currently, the Alvin Police Department consists of 69 paid members, 44 of which are sworn police officers, with the remaining 25 employees holding civilian positions.
With an annual operating budget of approximately $3 million, the Alvin Police Department offers a variety of services to improve the public safety and quality of life in our community.