News/Press Release

On May 28, 2013, the Polk County Inter-Agency Narcotics Team (POINT) served nine search warrants to conclude a 3 ½ month racketeering investigation that spread through three counties, including an illegal marijuana dispensary on Highway 22 in West Salem.  The POINT team consists of members of the Polk County Sheriff's Office, the Oregon State Police, and the Dallas, Independence, and Monmouth Police Departments.

To help minimize impact on the public, Public Works will be working to update this page with current and accurate information as it becomes available. 

Polk County road crews will attempt to open roads each night and reader boards may be placed prior to the work starting.  Please, plan for these delays and closures or use an alternate route past these projects, if and when available.

Please use caution near work zones, drive slowly, and obey the direction of traffic control personnel and devices:

For more information about School Based Mental Health, please visit: 

School Based Mental Health

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.

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.

Flood events in Polk County can lead to flooding which results in damage to homes and businesses.

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

Polk County Public Health is excited to announce our new Facebook page.  This site will be used to encourage health awareness, highlight positive choices and share information regarding programs and events that promote health and wellness.

Interested in Serving?  Volunteers Needed! 

It’s your skills, your talents, your knowledge, and most of all, your time that helps our community thrive. 

Serving on a Polk County board, committee or commission is an excellent way to have a voice in Polk County and to learn more about how local government works. The only requirement for service is that you live or own property in Polk County. 

Polk County Public Works has begun listing surplus property online at https://www.publicsurplus.com/sms/browse/home.  It is free to access for the public. Only public institutions sell their items on this site.

Please check the site for current property for sale.

Public Works is also offering concrete beams and bridge timbers that were removed from County bridges. 

Bridge Timbers are available in various lengths, at the following prices: