Port Clinton Police Department

Port Clinton Police Department Port Clinton, Ohio is located in Ottawa County at the mouth of the Portage River. Port Clinton is the county seat for Ottawa County.
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The Port Clinton Police Department employs 20 sworn and 4 civilian employees. The City of Port Clinton is approximately 2.3 square miles in area. It has a population of approximately 6,056 residents according to the 2010 census. The daytime population increases approximately 10.3%. The population increases 4 to 5 fold during the summer months as a result of Port Clinton’s access and proximity to the lake and the islands.

Today marks 14 years of dedicated service in the Patrol Division for Detective Sergeant Nate Edmonds of the Port Clinton...
06/12/2026

Today marks 14 years of dedicated service in the Patrol Division for Detective Sergeant Nate Edmonds of the Port Clinton Police Department.

Sergeant Edmonds began in December 2007 as a Full-Time Dispatcher, followed by his promotion to Patrolman in June 2012. In September 2018, he advanced to Sergeant, where he now leads the Detective Bureau, ensuring justice and safety for our community.

Sergeant Edmonds, your commitment and leadership have made a lasting impact, and we are grateful for all that you do. Thank you for your unwavering dedication to both our department and the people we serve.

Congratulations on your PCPD Anniversary!

Understanding Ohio’s E-Bike LawsAs e-bikes become more popular around Port Clinton, we want to make sure everyone knows ...
06/11/2026

Understanding Ohio’s E-Bike Laws

As e-bikes become more popular around Port Clinton, we want to make sure everyone knows the rules that keep riders and pedestrians safe. Ohio law separates e-bikes into three classes based on speed and how the motor works. For most riders, there’s no age limit — but Class 3 e-bikes, which can reach up to 28 mph, are restricted to riders 16 and older, and helmets are required for anyone on those bikes.

All e-bike riders must follow the same traffic laws as traditional bicycles: ride with traffic, obey signals, use lights at night, and yield to pedestrians. Class 1 and 2 e-bikes can use shared-use paths unless posted otherwise, while Class 3 bikes are limited to roads and bike lanes.

Our goal is simple: keep everyone safe while enjoying the freedom and convenience e-bikes offer. Ride smart, stay alert, and look out for one another.

Port Clinton Police Department

Please join us in congratulating Officer Eliah Stockmaster, who today marks three years of full-time service with the Po...
06/04/2026

Please join us in congratulating Officer Eliah Stockmaster, who today marks three years of full-time service with the Port Clinton Police Department! Before joining PCPD, Officer Stockmaster served with the Milton Township Police Department, bringing valuable experience to our team.

Thank you, Officer Stockmaster, for your dedication, service, and ongoing commitment to our department and the community. Your hard work and professionalism make a difference every day!

Congratulations on your PCPD Anniversary!

Do you know my family? I was found near Kasper and W. 6th Street. Please call 419-734-3121 with any information.
05/24/2026

Do you know my family? I was found near Kasper and W. 6th Street. Please call 419-734-3121 with any information.

05/22/2026

Due to inclement weather and out of concern for the safety of our participants, volunteers, and guests, we have unfortunately made the difficult decision to cancel the Walleye Festival Parade.

We sincerely appreciate your interest, support, and willingness to be part of this year’s celebration. The parade is always a highlight of the festival because of the incredible community participation, and we are truly grateful for your involvement.

Thank you again for your understanding and continued support of the Walleye Festival and our Port Clinton community. We hope to see you at future events and celebrations throughout the weekend.

05/22/2026

Walleye parade is canceled tomorrow due to weather

Join us in congratulating Dispatcher Shannon Shuff, who marks 13 years of full-time service with the Port Clinton Police...
05/21/2026

Join us in congratulating Dispatcher Shannon Shuff, who marks 13 years of full-time service with the Port Clinton Police Department on May 23rd!

Your unwavering commitment and hard work make a difference every day. Thank you, Dispatcher Shuff, for all you do for our department and the community!

Happy PCPD Anniversary!

Every year, the Kiwanis Club proudly recognizes the outstanding service of the Port Clinton Police Department and the Ot...
05/20/2026

Every year, the Kiwanis Club proudly recognizes the outstanding service of the Port Clinton Police Department and the Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office. As part of this tradition, Port Clinton Police Department officers select one of their own for the Police Officer of the Year award.

Please join us in congratulating Officer Zachary O’Neil, the Kiwanis Club’s 2026 Police Officer of the Year.

Officer O’Neil, thank you for your exceptional performance, professionalism, and unwavering dedication to the Port Clinton community.

This honor is truly well deserved!

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS The Port Clinton Police Department is now accepting applications for our first round of inter...
05/13/2026

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

The Port Clinton Police Department is now accepting applications for our first round of interviews for multiple Patrol Officer openings.
Applicants must submit a completed application no later than May 26, 2026, to qualify for the first interview group.

Applications can be downloaded directly from our website: www.portclintonpd.org

We encourage motivated, community-minded individuals to apply and take the next step toward joining our team.

If you have any questions, please contact us by email at: [email protected]

01/24/2026

PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
DATE: January 23, 2026: 4:00 PM

CONTACT: Port Clinton City Hall: 419-734-5522

TOPIC: PORT CLINTON DECLARES SNOW EMERGENCY

After consulting with representatives from the National Weather Service Office in Cleveland, Ohio and meteorologist from multiple network affiliates in Toledo, Ohio, the Safety Service Director, of City of Port Clinton will be declaring a Snow Emergency effective at 8:00 PM on Saturday, January 24, 2026. This Snow Emergency will remain in effect until such time as the roadways are considered safe and passable.
During the duration of a Declared Snow Emergency, no vehicles shall be parked on any roadway or other public surface.

Vehicle owners are encouraged to utilize off street parking such as their personal driveway or make arrangements with neighbors, friends or family to utilize/share their driveway or other non-public area for parking. Alternatively, arrangements have been made with the following private parking areas throughout the City of Port Clinton should vehicle owners have no alternatives for parking vehicles during the duration of this Snow Emergency. It is understood that these locations are made available to the public with no claim of responsibility by the property owner or City of Port Clinton and the public is asked to respect and adhere to any special conditions associated with the use of these spaces during this Snow Emergency:

- Ottawa County Family Advocacy Center: 570 S. McKinley (park on the south side of the lot)
- True-Lay Stadium / 5th Street Lot (gravel lot located between 5th Street & Fremont Road
- Immaculate Conception Church: Lot located at the corner of Madison Street & W. 5th Street: park along W. 5th Street
- Port Clinton Senior Center: 320 E. 3rd Street
- Our Guest Inn & Suites: 220 E. Perry – park in the lot behind Wendy’s
- Gerner-Wolf-Walker Funeral Home: 216 Washington Street – park in the lot on the east side of Washington St. as far east as possible.
- Bell’s Tavern & Pizza: 307 Fulton Street: Park at the east end of the lot / if possible, advise staff your vehicle is in the lot.
- Port Clinton Plaza (aka Little Bassett’s Market): Park on the south side of the building behind the former Rite Aide
- Port Clinton City Hall: 1868 E. Perry Street
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The city is also asking that you be a good neighbor and check on the elderly in our community and share this information with those that may be out of town so they too can make arrangements to relocate their on-street parked vehicles.

Updates to this Snow Emergency will be placed on official City social media outlets and shared with other traditional media sources.

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1868 E Perry Street
Port Clinton, OH
43452

Telephone

+14197343121

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