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  • The restored Traffic Unit gives police dedicated capacity to address traffic concerns. Read more about how Gresham PD is addressing one of the community's top safety concerns.

Police Stories

Community Safety Specialist seated at desk, radios the retailer information to police officers waiting near the stores.

Maestro of the mission

The levy expanded behind-the-scenes help, like Community Safety Specialists, who are crucial in expediting police work.

 A smiling police officer in uniform stands outside the market hall building in Rockwood.

A new solo patrol officer on the job

Gresham's rigorous, year-long field training ensures that new officers have a solid foundation of skills before patrolling solo.

 Exterior of Rockwood Public Safety building entrance.

Rockwood Police Station: Open for walk-ins

Need to file a report or talk to a safety specialist? The Rockwood Police Station is once again open to the public, thanks to the levy.

 Two police officers are being sworn in by the Gresham Police Chief in front of the American and state flags. Both officers raise their right hands.

Hiring progress in 2025

In 2025, the levy funded 40 Police Department positions and 33 Fire Department positions.

 Officer shaking hands with the Chief of Police at during Oath of Office ceremony.

Building our team

A focused police recruiting strategy, backed by dedicated resources, is accelerating hiring while helping to maintain current staffing levels.

 Two community safety specialists out in the field in safety vests.

Community Safety Specialists

Non-sworn, trained professionals play a vital role in addressing non-emergency concerns, freeing officers to focus on urgent, high priority calls.

 Police officer bathed in red lights inspecting contraband.

Reducing crime

The levy allowed us to build a public safety agency equipped for the future, with a focus on crime reduction.