The Corvallis Police Department became nationally accredited in 1995 through the Commission on Law Enforcement Accreditation, Inc. (CALEA). Following a comprehensive on-site inspection of policies, procedures, and operations in December 2011, the Corvallis Police Department was officially re-accredited on March 21, 2012. Visit this web site for more information about law enforcement accreditation.
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The mission of the Corvallis Police Department is to enhance community livability by working in partnership with the community to promote public safety and crime prevention through education and enforcement; to maintain public order while preserving the legal rights of all individuals; to provide effective, efficient and courteous service; and to reduce the impact of crime. To view our organizational chart click the link on the left banner or click here: https://www.powerdms.com/public/Corvallis/documents/2267098
Location: On the far north side of Corvallis. Parking access is at the end of Lester Ave. Additional access is by trail from Timberhill Open Space.
Size: 125.6 acres
About the Natural Area
Chip Ross Natural Area offers beautiful views of Corvallis, the Willamette Valley, the Coast Range and the Cascade Mountains. The natural area is a designated off-leash area for dogs and their humans to socialize and enjoy. There are picnic tables at the Lester Avenue trailhead.
Riverfront Park was dedicated in 1994 and contains almost 12 acres elongated along the Willamette River. Owing to the site’s size and prominence, many local markets, festivals, walking/running events, and community activities utilize Riverfront Park. It is bordered to the north by the Aquathusist boat ramp and to the south by Shawala Point, which is at the confluence of the Willamette River and Mary’s River. In between are many special features including: