Police

The City of Oakridge is dedicated to serving the community by providing a safe and secure place to work, live, and play.  Thanks to a highly trained and progressive police department, along with a handful of devoted volunteers, Oakridge’s low crime rate and neighborhood spirit provide a safe and secure atmosphere.

Oakridge Police Department is comprised of a Chief, Administrative Sergeant, four (4) full time officers, six (6)  trained reserve officers, part-time Code Enforcement Officer and five Cadets.  The agency provides outstanding, year-round, twenty-four hour service to the Oakridge community as well as providing contracted services to the communities of Westfir and Lowell.  The department is committed to ongoing training, and is a member of the National Tactical Officer Association (NTOA). 

In addition to providing excellent police services to the area, the Oakridge Police Department involves itself in the community and is committed to promoting neighborhood spirit and police-community relationships.  The Oakridge Police Department also provides Crime Prevention tips and information.  The department organizes three community events that foster a safe and fun environment for kids and the community.  Fall Fun Night is held annually on Halloween, Shop with a Cop in December, and National Night Out is held the first Tuesday of every August. It includes a BBQ, police programs, and a bike helmet give away.

Oakridge is also home to Oakridge Municipal Court.  Located in City Hall, Oakridge Municipal Court handles Ordinance Violations, Traffic Violations, and Misdemeanors filed as Violations.

The Police Department also coordinates the Oakridge Youth Peer Court, which provides intervention to youth who appear in court before a group of peers, instead of facing consequences for their actions through Lane County Department of Youth Services.

Lane County Sheriff’s Department, Oregon State Police, and the United States Forest Service provide limited police services to the area and work with Oakridge Police Department in mutual aid agreements.