Downtown Safety Patrol
In addition to patrolling downtown parks and parking structures, Police and Parking Services Officers patrol the downtown area on bicycles. In addition to providing public safety services, our officers also act as guides to the City, providing information on tourist attractions, government services, and Salem history.

Safety Patrol at the Civic Center and Library Complex
Parking Services Officers routinely patrol the Civic Center and Library complexes on bicycles and on foot. Enforcement Officers also patrol the Pringle Park which is adjacent to City Hall, SAIF Corporation and Salem Hospital.

Safety Patrol of the Chemeketa, Liberty, Marion. and Pringle Parkades
Parking Services Officers routinely patrol the Chemeketa, Liberty, Marion and Pringle Parkades. You can report a parking violation or safety concern by calling the Parking Services Customer Service at (503) 588-6133, or online using the Online Report Form. You can also reach Parking Services staff online at the Parking Services Contacts Page.

Special Event Security Administration
The City of Salem and special event promoters utilize private security vendors at special events.

To assure these contract services are of the highest quality possible, Parking Services administrates an annual selection and retention contract with local firms.

Closed Circuit Security Camera Administration
The Parking Services Division maintains a number of closed circuit security cameras at City facilities.

These cameras record events on video tapes that are retained for up to 30 days.