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BASTROP — The new police chief represents a milestone for the city.
Vicky Steffanic was pinned as Bastrop Police Department's chief of police April 11. She was serving the role in an interim status prior to ceremony at the Bastrop City Council meeting last Tuesday. Steffanic's promotion marks the city's first female police chief.
“I'm very honored to be serving the city of Bastrop,” said Steffanic after her husband pinned the chief badge on her.
City Manager Sylvia Carrillo recommended Steffanic to fill the spot left by former chief Clint Nagy. She had previously been assistant chief.
“She stepped up during a period of time that was very crucial for the department,” said Carrillo. “She has time and time again, shown me her exemplary leadership skills and her commitment to the community.”
Steffanic has been with Bastrop police in multiple capacities for 15 years. She began her career as an officer, spent three years as a school resource officer, moved up to corporal, transitioned to become a criminal investigations sergeant, and was appointed assistant chief of police in 2020.
“Steffanic is an amazing, motivated, and highly proficient law enforcement administrator, a complete professional who has earned the respect and admiration of her peers,” Nagy said in 2020 when she was promoted to assistant chief.
Before donning the blue uniform, she wore a black one serving in the Marine Corps for eight years. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration.
“I appreciate the city manager for recommending me for this position and obviously all of the city council and more than anything,” Steffanic added while her husband and daughters watched, “I hope my girls are proud of me.”
