Today we pause to remember and honor fallen Cowlitz County Sheriff's Deputy Justin DeRosier on the 6 year anniversary of his service and ultimate sacrifice for the residents of Cowlitz County. Heroes live forever, and Justin's impact on his community, colleagues, friends, and family lives on today. End of Watch 04/14/2019.
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The Kalama Police Department was joined by personnel from Cowlitz County Fire District #5 today as Guest Readers in K-3 classrooms to learn about school safety and police and fire service work. We thank the staff and administrators of the Kalama School District for allowing us the privilege and opportunity to engage with and invest in the relationships with our community's children!
#WeLoveOurLittles #KalamaProud
Please join us in congratulating Officers Tyler Bailey and Derek Moore in the successful completion of their Field Training Programs! Both lateral police officer hires completed mulitple weeks of in-field training, under the direct supervision of senior police officer trainers. The Kalama Police Department is now fully staffed and we're excited to see their contributions to the organization and community.
Can you help us identify this dog and his owners? He was located, injured, near the school this morning. It appears he might have been hit by a car. He has been transported to a veterinary clinic for treatment. Please contact the police department through dispatch, at 360-577-3098 or chief@kalamapolice.com.
** Please share!
Kalama City Offices will be closed on Monday, February 17th in observance of President's Day. Our officers are on duty 24/7, but the admin office will be closed.
A HUGE thank you to North County Coffee for sponsoring today's Coffee with a Cop. Thank you to everyone who attended-- we loved all the story telling, laughs, and loading your kids up on sugar, LOL.
Didn't make it to this one? Don't worry, we'll catch you at the next one. Stay tuned!
REMINDER-- Coffee with a Cop tomorrow, 2/14/25, from 9am to 11am.
** Like you, we are watching the weather-- we have moved the event location to the CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER (Kalama Library) to make parking easier and avoid possible icy conditions on Elm Street.
** The event is being sponsored by our friends at North County Coffee and we will have LOTS of coffee, drinks, and treats for FREE!! Please come share.
** IF school is cancelled on Friday, please bring the kids down to meet with officers and enjoy FREE hot cocoa and treats.
We really hope to see you there!
Come join us on Valentine's Day for great conversations and valuable connections. Building relationships with our community is at the heart of what we do. Meet our officers, ask questions, learn about Neighborhood Watch Programs, and join us in working together to make our community safer.
If you miss this one, don’t worry — we’ll see you at the next Coffee with a Cop!
Snow is expected late tonight through Wednesday across southwest Washington and northwest Oregon. Snow showers will be geographically dependent, and areas that receive more showers will see higher snow amounts.
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to one inch, except up to two inches at the West Hills and Chehalem Mountains.
* WHERE...Central and Southern Willamette Valley, Portland Metro Lowlands, Greater Vancouver Metro, Lower Columbia River and Cowlitz River Valleys, and Portland West Hills and Chehalem Mountain.
* WHEN...From midnight tonight to noon PST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.
The Kalama Public Works Department will be fighting the storm with sanding and plow trucks. The crew will be focused on heavy traffic roads (arterials) during the storm as crews are limited on snow removal equipment and personnel. The roads they will be focusing on are Elm Street, Taylor Rd, Spencer Creek Rd, China Garden Rd, Military Rd, Cloverdale Rd, Meeker Drive, Old Pacific Hwy, Kalama River Road (To City limits), North 1st Street, East and West Frontage Rds and Oak Street to the industrial area.
Local neighborhood streets and subdivision streets will be plowed and sanded after the main arterials listed above have been cleared. Plowing and sanding will begin at 5 am Wednesday, 2/5/25.
Traction devices are advised for travel during this event, so please do not drive unless absolutely necessary!
Stay Safe!
Please give yourself a little extra time and drive cautiously this morning. Roads are icy and slick. We are getting sporadic reports of spin outs and overturned vehicles on I-5. Public Works crews have sanded our roads and are continuing to monitor conditions.
**UPDATE- This handsome boy has been reunited with his family... thank you to Ms. Amanda Farrar for taking such good care of him until his owners could be located, and thanks to all of you for the shares! We love happy endings!**
Help us get this little guy home! Located in the Stone Forest subdivision on 1/24/25 at 10pm. No collar, no chip... an older male chihuahua mix. If you have any information as to his owners, please have them contact the Kalama Police Department through dispatch at 360-577-3098 or at chief@kalamapolice.com -- thank you, and please share!
City offices will be closed on Monday, January 20th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
January 10th marks the anniversary of the untimely passing of a terrific human being, friend, and outstanding leader. We reflect today on the 8 year anniversary of Chief Randall Gibson’s passing.
His dedication, service, and sacrifice in the line of duty was his “last full measure of devotion” for our community. Today we remember and celebrate the life lived and legacy left by such an honorable man.
To Chief Gibson’s friends and family we continue to extend our thoughts and prayers for peace and comfort. To our community— help us honor him by stopping and helping someone today, in however small a way, as Chief Gibson proudly did every day.
#KalamaProud #heroesliveforever #neverforgotten
Hey Kalama!! We're riding that Holiday Spirit Wave and wanted to get the word out early.... we are already looking ahead to Shop with a Cop 2025 and looking to ring in the New Year with a SPLASH!
Join us New Year's Day for a Kalama Community Polar Plunge with all proceeds benefiting Shop with a Cop 2025. You've seen what we can accomplish TOGETHER! Maybe a Polar Plunge is on your bucket list-- maybe you're just the adventurous type..... either way, come on down to the river and participate in a little community fellowship for a GREAT CAUSE!! We hope to see you there 🥶
Donations are appreciated ($100 = a child we can shop with) but not required.
For more information, email chief@kalamapolice.com.
The City of Kalama offices and the Kalama Public Library will be closed on the following holidays:
- December 24th (Tuesday)
- December 25th (Wednesday)
- January 1st (Wednesday)
Garbage service for the holiday weeks are as follows:
-December 24th, (Tuesday) normal collection schedule
-December 25th, (Wednesday) collection delayed 1 day (pickup on Thursday)
-December 31st, (Tuesday) normal collection schedule
-January 1st, (Wednesday) collection delayed 1 day (pickup on Thursday)
For a complete schedule of Waste Control's holidays, visit: https://www.wastecontrolrecycling.com/pickup-schedule
There are no words to convey how much holiday spirit and the sense of gratitude that our hearts are overflowing with. We were honored to be the hands and feet of the generosity and compassion the Kalama community has for its children. On Sunday, 12/15/24, Kalama Police officers and Cowlitz County Fire District 5 personnel held the 2024 Shop with a Cop event at the Woodland Walmart (a special thank you Walmart).
Together, Kalama provided a Christmas gift buying and giving opportunity for nearly 100 under privileged children from the Kalama community. Children received a $100 shopping trip to buy gifts for themselves and their family members. First responders and DOZENS of local volunteers from Kalama donated their time to assist these children with their shopping experience. The smiles and the joy on the childrens' faces speak for themselves.
There are too many people to thank individually, but every shopping helper, gift wrapper, photographer, and donor was a World Changer in the eyes of these children--- from the bottom our hearts.... thank you!
Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas, and may God Bless You all!
A big shout out to the Kalama community for all of the generous donations we've received during the community gift wrap drive! We're looking forward to this weekend's Shop with a Cop event! Thank you, Kalama!
#communityspirit #KalamaProud
***UPDATE— Fur Baby has been reunited with her family 🐶❤️
***PLEASE SHARE*** This sweet girl was found at the bottom of Kilkelly Rd. today and is currently keeping our Kalama Public Works crew company. If she is yours or you know the owners, please contact the Kalama Police Department at 360-673-2165 or at chief@kalamapolice.com ASAP. Please share-- thanks in advance!
The City of Kalama offices and Kalama Public Library will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on November 28th and 29th. Kalama PD will be operating 24/7 per usual.
Garbage notice: Kalama residents-- please note garbage service will be on the regular schedule. Put your cart out the night before your regular garbage day.
🚨 SCAM ALERT 🚨
We want to inform our community about an ongoing issue involving scam artists posing as representatives from Medicare or credit unions. These scammers are calling individuals and requesting personal information such as Social Security numbers, banking details, and other sensitive data.
Protect yourself by following these tips:
1. Do not share personal information over the phone unless you are certain of the caller’s identity.
2. Be cautious of unknown numbers or unsolicited calls, even if the caller ID appears legitimate.
3. Remember, Medicare and financial institutions will never call to ask for personal information like your Social Security number or account details.
4. If you suspect a scam, hang up immediately and report the call to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) or your local authorities.
Stay safe, and please share this information to help protect others in our community!
#ScamAlert #StayVigilant #ProtectYourInfo