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Police Home
Cottage Grove Community Members,
I am honored to serve as your Police Chief and to lead the dedicated men and women of the Cottage Grove Police Department. Our mission is to protect and serve the community with integrity, professionalism, respect, and a commitment to community well-being.
At the heart of our policing philosophy is community engagement. We believe that strong partnerships between law enforcement and the community are essential for creating a safe and vibrant city. We are committed to listening to your concerns, addressing your needs, and working together to make Cottage Grove a great destination to live, work, and visit.
Our officers are not just here to enforce the law; they are here to build trust, positive relationships, and promote public safety through collaboration and prevention. We embrace community-oriented policing, which means we strive to understand the unique needs and challenges of our community and strategize accordingly.
We also believe strongly in transparency and accountability. We are dedicated to upholding the highest ethical standards, and we are committed to being open and transparent about our actions and decisions. We invite you to explore our website to learn more about our department, our initiatives, and how we are working to serve you better.
Please feel free to reach out to us with your questions, concerns, or feedback. Your input is an important part of helping us improve our services and build a safe and welcoming community.
Thank you for your trust and support as we work together for Cottage Grove.
Sincerely,
Chief Cory Chase
Cottage Grove Police Department
The Cottage Grove Police Department consists of;
- Chief of Police
- Police Captain
- 3 Police Sergeants (3 vacancies)
- 12 Police Officers (1 vacancy)
- Reserve Police Officer
- Community Service Officer
- Chaplain
In addition there are 6 full-time Communications Specialists who provide 24-hour Police dispatch and 911 Call Taking for Fire and Emergency Medical Services.
There are also 2 Records & Evidence Coordinators and 1 Administrative Assistant.
The department also maintains 1 holding cell for temporary housing of persons in custody on non-criminal charges such as detoxification or who are waiting to be transferred to other correctional facilities.
The Police Department is also home to South Lane 911, a 24-hour Public Safety Answering Point responsible for dispatching Police as well as 911 Call Taking for Fire and Emergency Medical Services throughout a 900 square mile area. The Cottage Grove Police are dispatched within the city limits, with the surrounding county area served by The Lane County Sheriff’s Office and Oregon State Police.
