The Office of the Chief is responsible for the overall administration of the Police Department. Corvallis Police Chief Jason Harvey is the liaison for Municipal Court, State and Federal law enforcement; public and media relations; strategic planning; communication between the Department and the City Manager's Office, City Council, and community to ensure responsiveness to community priorities; and provides internal leadership and staff development.
In Corvallis and Benton County, everyone plays! Learn about the program that helps to keep program fees from being a barrier to participation in Corvallis Parks & Recreation's recreational opportunities.
Urban Forestry is the planting, care and management of all trees and associated vegetation that make up the "forest" within a city. These activities are all part of the Urban Forestry Management Plan, which is overseen by the City's Urban Forester, the Parks Supervisor, and the Department Director.
In August of 2015 the Corvallis Police Department implemented the Community Livability Unit which was developed to address chronic criminal behaviors which negatively impact the community and to improve livability. Since then, the team has grown from three officers to a total of five, which has increased its ability to effectively address criminal conduct throughout the community.
The Community Livability Unit is under the Professional Standards and Support Division and managed by Captain Ryan Eaton.
The Corvallis Police Department maintains a police cadet unit comprised of citizen volunteers to enhance the police-community partnership and provide auxiliary resources in support of policing activities. The program is designed to provide an introduction to law enforcement to those interested in pursuing a career in this rewarding profession. Cadets who desire to continue in the law enforcement profession are encouraged to apply with the Department once they turn 21.
