From ground-breaking to hand-off, the new Headquarters for the Salem Police was completed in just two years. The new building represents a significant improvement from the previous facility on Civic Center grounds.
The 100,000 sq. ft. structure now houses 189 sworn officers and 52 civilian staff members under one roof for the first time. The new headquarters is home to training rooms, evidence storage, a crime lab, emergency operations, holding facilities, forensic interviewing rooms, offices, K9 kenneling, conference rooms, and community spaces.
The intent of the three story station was to build closer relationships to the residents of Salem, being centrally located, and in a bright and inviting space that provides a sense of safety.