Tow Rotation Program
The Turlock Police Department has developed the Tow Rotation Program to provide for rapid and efficient removal of vehicles, and to help maintain safety on the roadways and throughout the City of Turlock. The Turlock Police Department coordinates the Public's and the City's tow services through the municipal contract and through communication with the tow companies. This ensures that all tow companies maintain a high level of safety and service to the public.
The Turlock Police Department currently has two rotation lists; regular rotation and abandoned vehicle rotation. Every applicant that is approved for addition to the tow rotation is automatically put on both lists and is expected to maintain a high level of professionalism. The tow truck rotation municipal contract can be found under the Turlock Municipal code section 4-15-101
*All tow companies operating in Turlock must have a permit whether or not they are on the rotation list
No current openings on the Tow Rotation
Requirements for Tow Truck business license and/or Police Tow Rotation:
- Copies of:
- Completed Application
Tow Owner Application
Tow Driver Application
- Valid California Driver's License
- CHP inspection results for each tow vehicle
- Current business insurance (if applying for renewal permit)
- Completed Application
- If a corporation or partnership, must provide:
- List of all current employees and position titles
- Copies of valid California Driver's License for all officers, directors/partners, managers, etc. List address and phone numbers for all
- All owners / drivers must apply for permits and submit to a Live Scan fingerprint check (need individual applications for each driver/owner)
Process
Once application is accepted and approved by the Turlock Police Department:- Applicant can then receive the Tow Truck Permit from Turlock Police Department. Business license will be issued by The City of Turlock.
- Applicant must receive zoning and occupancy inspection approval from the City of Turlock Planning Division (initial application only)
Current Tow Fee Schedule
| Service | Rate |
| Daytime Towing (8 A.M. to 5 P.M.) | $240 for first hour and $60 every 15 minutes after first hour. |
| Nighttime, Weekend, Holiday Towing | $240 for first hour and $60 every 15 minutes after first hour. |
| Stolen vehicle recoveries | $170 flat rate tow, $60 / day storage |
| Inside Storage | $80 |
| Outside Storage | $75 |
| Gate Fee: Non-Business Hours | $120 |
| Large Vehicle: Class B (GVWR > 26,001) | $450 for first hour (minimum), $112 every 15 minutes after first hour. |
| Extra Large Vehicle: Class C (GVWR > 33,001) | $500 for first hour (minimum), $137 every 15 minutes after first hour |
* In the event of unusual circumstances and upon approval of Turlock Police Department, Chief of Police or designee, extra fees may be charged.