William Stanford
William Stanford
William Townsend Stanford (1867-1964) was named Vallejo's first Chief of Police on April 4th, 1900. He was a Mare Island Naval Shipyard mechanic with no prior law enforcement experience. He continued to serve as Chief of Police until his retirement in 1936. Photo courtesy of the Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum.

What We Do

  • Record & preserve family histories
  • Provide instruction for conducting genealogical research.
  • Assist members and the public with research questions.
  • Conduct drop-in library hours and other times by appointment.
  • Participate in community events to inform and assist the public.