Chief of Police

Message from the Chief About the Chief Welcome and thank you for visiting our website on behalf of the officers and staff of the West Fargo Police Department. Through this website you will gain useful information about the City of West Fargo, its history, current statistics, and also learn about some of the rules and regulations that govern our everyday life. West Fargo is a tremendous place to both raise a family and work. We are a growing city of nearly 24,000 residents, along with a fast growing retail area. Our community has a wonderful school system with state of the art teaching facilities and excellent staff. Our parks and recreation include both summer and winter activities which provide numerous opportunities for both youth and adult. The West Fargo Police Department is involved in many programs to both help protect and educate our residents. Just a few of these programs include, DARE, (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) taught in the 5th grade, Citizens Police Academy, McGruff Safe Houses, Police Youth Academy, Crime Free Housing, and National Night Out. Thanks again for visiting our web site and stop by our great city, if you are in the area. I know you will enjoy the people and everything we have to offer whether you are just visiting or plan to make this your home. Arland H. Rasmussen Chief of Police Chief Arland H. Rasmussen has led the West Fargo Police Department since 1995. Prior to that, he worked at the Cass County (ND) Sheriff's Office from 1972 to 1995. Rasmussen grew up on a grain farm near Ypsilanti, ND and attended the elementary school in Ypsilanti. He then graduated from Montpelier Public School (ND). At NDSU in Fargo, ND, Rasmussen obtained his Bachelors degree. In 1992, Rasmussen graduated from the FBI National Academy at Quantico, VA. Chief Rasmussen's wife is Verna and they have three children.