Mission
It is the mission of the Chehalis Tribal Department of Public Safety to support through our words, deeds, and actions; the visions of the Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation. To create a safe and secure environment in which to live, work, and visit by working together with the community, enforcing the law in a fair and impartial manner, preserving the peace and order in our neighborhoods.
Vision
To establish effective enforcement through education and community building. With emphasis on cultural sanctity and by being committed to excellence through pride, professionalism, and accountability in order to provide dedicated public service to our community.
Message From the Chief of Police
Kelly Edwards
The Chehalis Tribal Public Safety Department is a group of 13 Sworn Officers dedicated to providing the Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation exceptional Law Enforcement service.
The Chehalis Tribal Public Safety Department is guided by a Vision Statement which is the foundation of our strategic plan. Every member of the department is accountable for the execution of their part in the organizational plan here at Chehalis Tribal Public Safety.
Our department is comprised of Law Enforcement, Corrections, Investigation, Fish & Wildlife Enforcement, Animal Control, and Emergency Management.
The Chehalis Tribal Public Safety Department is committed to building relationships within the Chehalis Tribe, we do this through the efforts made by building relationships within the Community and through Community Outreach.
As a department, we are committed to serving the Chehalis Tribal Community with excellence, pride, professionalism, and accountability.
The Chehalis Tribal Public Safety Department is fortunate to be such an integral part of the Chehalis Tribal Community and I’m honored to be serving as your Chief of Police since 2017.
Emergency Management
Mission
Chehalis Tribal Emergency Management shall seek to minimize the impacts of disasters and emergencies on the people, property, and environment of the Chehalis Tribe through strong partnerships that promote mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery efforts.
Vision
A disaster ready and resilient Chehalis Reservation.
Emergency Notification System
The Chehalis Tribe uses CodeRED to provide community members with timely and relevant emergency notifications by text message, phone call, and email. To enroll in the emergency alert system, click the button below and complete the CodeRED registration form.
Helpful Links
Downloads
Contact
Call: (360) 709-1770
Emergency Information Hotline
(866) 623-8883
Location
30 Niederman Rd
Oakville, WA 98568
Corrections
Chehalis Tribal Corrections Department was established for the communities that are served as an alternative to provide rehabilitation.
The Chehalis Tribal Corrections Staff strives daily to assist inmates in seeking services to provide a healthier lifestyle and rehabilitation to become a productive member of their home community.
Our staff consists of the following:
- Jail Manager
- Corrections Lieutenant
- Corrections Corporals
- Line Correction Officers
- Observation Technician
The Chehalis Tribal Jail serves 14 contract agencies throughout the State of Washington many of which are other tribal communities.
The Chehalis Tribal Offender Re-Entry Program was developed to assist inmates with establishing positive changes and promote healthy living styles. Inmates are able to access these programs while housed in the facility.
Jail RosterPlease note that messages will not be taken for inmates. If you have questions/concerns about an inmate housed in our facility please contact (360) 709-1603.
Contact
Call: (360) 709-1603
Fax: (360) 273-6318
Location
30 Niederman Rd
Oakville, WA 98568
Office Hours
Monday – Friday
8 AM – 4 PM
Visiting Hours
Saturday & Sunday
Between 8 AM – 4 PM
Chehalis Tribal Fish & Wildlife
The Chehalis Tribe ‘s Fish and Wildlife Enforcement is a Sub-Division within the Chehalis Tribe Department of Public Safety.
Established in 2015 with an emphasis on the enforcement of Chehalis Tribal Code Title 10, we look to both preserve and protect the Chehalis Reservations natural resources as well to protect the tribal right to harvest its own resources.
We are focused on bringing the necessity of enforcement to the forefront. We will continue to build on this by working with the Fish and Wildlife Committee to continue refining Chehalis Tribal Code Title 10.ry efforts.
HUNTING IS NOT ALLOWED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE TO NON-TRIBAL INDIVIDUALS
Permits, Licenses & Regulations
Chehalis Tribal Member
Annual Licenses can be obtained at the Chehalis Tribal Accounting Office
Non-Tribal
All persons not enrolled with the Chehalis Tribe are required to purchase a “Hook n Line” permit.
These can be obtained at the Chehalis Tribal Accounting Office.
Nonmembers may engage in hook and line sports fishing on the Reservation if they have purchased a nonmember hook and line permit and if they are accompanied by a Tribal member. Because the depletion of fish has a direct adverse effect on the economic security of members of the Chehalis Tribe and their families, the number of nonmember permits may be restricted by the Business Committee or the Fisheries Manager.
CTC 10.10.050 Non-Tribal Relatives
A member of the Chehalis Tribe who is eligible to fish under Chapters 10.05 through 10.15 CTC may be assisted by his or her spouse, child, grandchild, or sibling even if that relative is not a member of the Chehalis Tribe. A nonmember relative assisting a Chehalis Tribal member must be accompanied by the Tribal member or have the Tribal member’s fishing permit in his or her possession during any fishing activity. The member must accompany the assisting nonmember relative during an off-Reservation fishing activity.
Fishing Season
The Fish and Wildlife Committee shall submit the proposed annual and seasonal regulations to the General Council for review. If the General Council fails to approve, reject or modify a regulation within 30 days after submission, the regulation shall be considered to have been approved and it shall become effective and enforceable unless rejected or modified by the Business Committee within an additional seven days. The Business Committee may establish procedures consistent with this section to implement this section. All proposed and adopted regulations shall be prominently posted on the Reservation sufficiently in advance of applicable seasons to ensure adequate notice.
CTC 10.10.180 Annual and Seasonal Regulations
Contact
Call: (360) 709-1770
Location
30 Niederman Rd
Oakville, WA 98568
Animal Control Services
Animal Control Services
The Animal Control Officer protects public health and safety while promoting the general welfare of animals and citizens in our community. He accomplishes this by responding to calls and concerns from citizens involving issues surrounding domestic animals. The goal of our Animal Control Officer is also to educate and encourage responsible pet ownership while being a resource to our citizens on animal related issues.
Contact
Call: (360) 709-1602
Location
30 Niederman Rd
Oakville, WA 98568
Police Report
Welcome to the Chehalis Tribal Police Department Citizens Online Police Reporting System. If this is an Emergency please call 911. Using this online citizen police report system allows you to submit a report immediately and print a copy of the police report for free. Please confirm the following to find out if online citizen police report filing is right for you:
- This is not an Emergency?
- This incident occurred within the Chehalis Tribal Police Department City limits?
- There are No Known suspects?
- This did not occur on a State Freeway?
If you answered yes to all of the above questions, you are ready to file your report online. Please make sure to turn off your pop-up blocking software before filing the report. If you answered no to any of the questions please look at our Frequently Asked Questions section.
Upon completion of this report process you will:
- See the words: “Your online police report has been submitted” showing that your police report is complete.
- Be given a police report case number.
- Be able to print a copy of the police report to keep for your records.
Please Note:
- All cases filed using the Citizens Online Police Reporting System will be reviewed.
- Upon review, if further investigation of your case is needed, you may be contacted.
- Filing a false police report is a crime.
Using the Chehalis Tribal Police Department Police Online Citizen Reporting System you can report the incidents such as:
Property Damage, Lost Property, Telephone Harassment, Thefts and Supplements
Please be sure to review the entire list with definitions and examples on the following page. Please click on “Select Incident” to begin.
If your incident is not listed in the category selection list, please call the Chehalis Tribal Police Department (emergency 9-1-1; non-emergency (360) 273-7051 to file your report.
File ReportHelpful Links
Exclusion List
Chehalis Tribal Exclusion List
The following is a list of persons who have been excluded by Chehalis Tribal Court Order and who are prohibited from being within the boundaries of the Confederated Tribe of the Chehalis Reservation, including, without limitation, the Reservation parcels at Grand Mound such as the Great Wolf Lodge, the End of the Trail stores, and the Fairfield Inn and Suites. This also applies to any and all properties that are owned or operated by the Chehalis Tribe as specified under the Chehalis Tribal Exclusion Code 2.20.010.
This list is only for Public Advisement. If any of these people are seen within the Reservation or tribal properties please contact Chehalis Tribal Police by calling 911.
Exclusion ListMeet The Team
Command Team
Kelly Edwards
Matthew Bogart
Jake Dickerson
Sean Uhlich
Emergency Management
Clint Davis
Calvin Bray
Frequently Asked Questions
Animal Control
If you have a complaint you would like to report, contact (360) 709-1602.
A pet license is a numbered tag that you place on your pet’s collar. In order to receive a tag, your pet must be current on its rabies vaccination. Licensing your pet ensures that all animals are vaccinated against rabies. The tag number is unique to your pet, which helps get the animal home if it is found.
Yes. According to the Chehalis Tribe Code (CTC) 11.25.070:
“It shall be unlawful for any person to own, keep, maintain, harbor or have control of a dog or cat, whether confined or not, within the boundaries of the Chehalis Reservation without having a current license tag. The owner of a dog or cat shall attach the license to a substantial collar or harness which shall be worn by the dog or cat at all times. It shall be unlawful for any person other than the owner, his agent, or a tribal official to remove a collar or license from the animal.” CTC 11.25.070
You can license your pet by bringing proof of an up-to-date rabies vaccination and filling out the Pet Licensing application at:
Chehalis Tribal Public Safety Building
30 Niederman Rd.
Oakville, WA 98658
After filling out a Pet Licensing Application and providing proof that your pet is current on its rabies vaccination to Animal Control, the following fees can be paid at the Accounting Office (420 Howanut Rd):
Dogs, NOT spayed/neutered – $75 per dog
Annual Renewal – $25 per dog
Dogs, spayed/neutered – $20 per dog
Annual Renewal – $10 per dog
Cats, Not spayed/neutered – $75 per cat
Annual Renewal – $25 per cat
Cats, spayed/neutered – $20 per cat
Annual Renewal – $10 per cat
Elders may obtain a one time, lifetime license for their pets Chehalis Tribe Code (CTC) 11.25.160
The money from license fees helps support the services provided to the community by Animal Control, such as:
- Vaccination clinics within Community
Pet food donations. - Pick-up of and owner notification (if known) of any injured animal, Identification and return of any pet wearing a current license tag.
- Removal of any dead animals and dead pets from roadways.
- Lost and Found matching for missing pets in the community.
- Adoption or transfer of unclaimed or unwanted pets.
- Investigation of animal cruelty/neglect, with legal follow-up as appropriate.
- Quarantine of animals that have bitten a person.
- Responsible-owner and humane education within the Community, promoting responsible pet care.
Here are just a couple of the many area veterinarians:
Ford’s Prairie Animal Clinic
2530 Harrison Ave.
Centralia, WA 98531
(360)736-0212
Scatter Creek Animal Clinic
7430 183rd Ave. SW
Rochester, WA 98579
(360)273-5908
Online Police Reporting
If your incident is an emergency, call 911. If non-emergency call 360-273-7051.
No, If a crime took place outside of the City of Chehalis Tribal Police Department please call the police department for that city.
A known suspect is when you or someone else knows the person or where to find the person who committed the crime or the license plate number of the vehicle the suspect(s) were in.
