Darin Parke holds the position of Chief of Police for the South Ogden Police Department, according to the city's undated directory. His office is part of a department whose mission is to provide a safe and secure environment for everyone residing in, working in, or passing through the city. The department's mission statement, found in an undated document, states that staff will strive to provide police services that meet or exceed the highest standards and conduct business with integrity, diligence, and a commitment to equality and fairness.
As of the South Ogden City Council meeting minutes from June 2, 2026, Parke was present at a meeting held in the Council Room. During that session, the council discussed several items regarding the city's finances and future planning. The council instructed staff to move forward with adding a mule and an ambulance to the FY2027 budget, and requested that staff attempt to add one additional police officer to that same budget. These discussions occurred while Parke was in attendance alongside other city staff, including the City Manager, City Attorney, and Fire Chief.
Parke was also recorded as present during the South Ogden City Council meeting on July 21, 2026. This meeting included a work session held in the EOC Room and a subsequent council meeting in the Council Room. During the work session on that date, staff and council members discussed an affordable housing project for people who had experienced homelessness that the Weber Housing Authority intended to create in South Ogden City. Additionally, the council reviewed the final budget and discussed Truth and Taxation numbers and procedures.
In another meeting held on July 7, 2026, Parke was among the staff members present for the City Council meeting. This meeting followed a tree planting ceremony held outside of City Hall to recognize South Ogden’s 90th Birthday. During the July 7, 2026, meeting, the council addressed Resolution 26-19, which involved approving an agreement with Siddons-Martin for the purchase of an ambulance. This discussion included input from Fire Chief Cameron West.
The South Ogden Police Department, which Parke leads as Chief, includes other leadership roles, such as Lieutenant Todd Hardman and Lieutenant Randy Thomason, as listed in the city's undated directory. The department's administrative structure is designed to support the city's mission of safety and security for the local population, which was recorded as 17,488 residents as of April 1, 2020.
What this means for South Ogden
Residents encounter the work of Darin Parke through the municipal services provided by the South Ogden Police Department. His leadership is reflected in council discussions regarding public safety resources, such as the potential addition of a new police officer to the FY2027 budget, ensuring the department maintains the high standards and commitment to integrity outlined in the city's mission statement.
