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  • May - Mental Health Month
    Mental Health & Addiction Services | Mon May 20th, 2013 | full story

    "May is Mental Health Month!
    The goal is to call attention to strategies and approaches that help all Americans achieve wellness, as well as overall good mental and physical health. Wellness is essential to living a full and productive life.

  • Dallas Family Night Out
    Service Integration | Fri May 17th, 2013 | full story

    Dallas Family Night Out

    June 13, 2013
    4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

    Dallas United Methodist Church

    565 SE LaCreole Dr., Dallas

  • Upcoming Road Delays & Closures
    Public Works | Thu May 2nd, 2013 | full story

    With a busy schedule of paving and maintenance projects coming this season, there will be some traffic delays and/or road closures occurring.

  • Drug Take-Back Program Accepted 296 Pounds of Medications
    Sheriff's Office | Wed May 1st, 2013 | full story

    The Polk County Sheriff's Office, assisted by other local agencies, participated in a Drug Enforcement Agency Drug Take-Back Program on April 27, 2013.

  • County Adopts New Livestock Ordinance
    Sheriff's Office | Wed May 1st, 2013 | full story

    Polk County Commissioners adopted a new livestock ordinance to address the issue of "Livestock at Large."  Sheriff Bob Wolfe stated, "Late last year members of the Polk County Livestock Association, along with members of the Polk County Farm Bureau, worked with my office to address changing the charge of livestock at large from a misdemeanor to a violation."  It only makes sense to provide for a process that allows for failure to comply with the livestock district compliance requirements to be handled as a violation instead of a misdemeanor.

  • Report a Crime Online
    Sheriff's Office | Tue Feb 19th, 2013 | full story

    The Polk County Sheriff's Office continues to offer a viable option for the citizens of Polk County. You can report certain crimes online in a more efficient manner through this website.

  • 2013 Polk County Community Connect
    CCF | Wed Feb 13th, 2013 | full story
    Polk County Oregon Official Website

    The second annual Polk Community Connect was once again a huge success! Over the course of the day, 400 individuals were served through a variety of services and resources.  The Connect was made possible through the support of an amazing planning committee, wonderful community agencies, supportive volunteers and the Calvary Chapel of Independence.    

     

  • Citizen Group Notification
    Community Development | Fri Feb 8th, 2013 | full story

    Polk County is pleased to provide a land use application notification signup service for Polk County citizen groups.

  • Mid-Valley Parenting Group
    Service Integration | Mon Jan 14th, 2013 | full story

    Parenting....the toughest job you'll ever love

    We invite you to join this seven week parent group and share the joys and challenges of parenting at

    Winter Season Road Bulletin 2012
    Public Works | Wed Dec 12th, 2012 | full story

    During snow, the Polk County Public Works Department works very hard to keep the County roads clear for traffic. Please keep an eye out for snowplows!

  • Holiday Meals & Assistance
    Service Integration | Wed Nov 28th, 2012 | full story

    In our county, those that have plenty, share it generously with others in their community.

  • Polk Community Connect
    Service Integration | Tue Oct 16th, 2012 | full story
    Connecting those in need, homeless, or at risk of homelessness with valuable resources and services

    Wednesday, January 30, 2013

  • A Child Is Missing Alert Program
    Sheriff's Office | Tue Oct 16th, 2012 | full story

    On October 15, 2012, at 6:00 PM the Polk County Sheriff's Office responded to a missing 10 year old female on West Ellendale, in Dallas.  During this incident,

  • Polk County Drug Take-Back
    Sheriff's Office | Mon Oct 15th, 2012 | full story

    POLK COUNTY DRUG TAKE BACK NETS 124 POUNDS

  • It's Time For Your Flu Shot
    Public Health | Thu Oct 11th, 2012 | full story

    Flu season is quickly approaching, and Polk County Public Health is offering tips to prevent illness.  Wash your hands frequently, eat healthy, get enough rest, cover your co

  • Heroic Actions of Sergeant Jenkins
    Sheriff's Office | Fri Oct 5th, 2012 | full story

    Polk County Sergeant Tyrone Jenkins was presented a Life Saving Award by Sheriff Bob Wolfe at the Polk County Board of Commissioners meeting on Wednesday.

  • On-Line Marriage Application
    Clerk's Office | Tue Oct 2nd, 2012 | full story

    The Polk County Clerk’s Office is now offering couples wishing to obtain a marriage license, the opportunity to fill out the required paperwork on-line.

  • Polk County Community Health Improvement Plan 2012
    Public Health | Wed Aug 22nd, 2012 | full story
    Polk County Community Health Improvement Plan 2012

    We are pleased to present the Polk County Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP).

  • Info on Senate Bill 1552
    Recording | Fri Jul 6th, 2012 | full story

    MEMORANDUM
    June 29, 2012

    To: All interested parties

  • Count Your Way to Better Health
    Public Health | Wed Jun 13th, 2012 | full story
    5-2-1-0 Logo

    Community members in Polk County can count their way to better health with the new, free 5-2-1-0 Program.

    The numbers are not pretty; Polk County continues to exceed the state average for overweight and obese 8th and 11th graders.

  • Permit Requirements for Repair of Flood-Damaged Structures
    Building | Wed Mar 7th, 2012 | full story

    Unusually heavy rainfall in Polk County in January 2012 led to flooding which resulted in damage to homes and businesses.

  • Polk County Victim Impact Panel
    Mental Health & Addiction Services | Mon Feb 6th, 2012 | full story

    The Victims’ Impact Panel, Inc. (VIP) is a non-profit organization with a powerful program dedicated to reducing DUII (driving under the influence of intoxicants) related injuries and fatalities in Polk County. This program offers a unique perspective to the drinking driver, presenting in a very personal way, the far-reaching effects of the choice to drink/use and drive.

  • Flood Damage Report
    Emergency Management | Fri Feb 3rd, 2012 | full story
    Polk County Oregon Official Website

    If you were impacted by the recent flooding, please submit the following assessment report on damage and impacts to homes and businesses.

  • Polk County Mental Health & Addiction Services - West Salem
    Mental Health & Addiction Services | Tue Jan 31st, 2012 | full story

    Polk County Mental Health & Addiction Services opened a new clinic in West Salem on January 17, 2012. Services are available for adults, adolescents and children. Contact the office for the most current information about services at this location.

  • Water and Septic Precautions During and After Flooding
    Environmental Health | Fri Jan 20th, 2012 | full story

    We are currently receiving reports that some homes are experiencing flooding in their basements.