Safety Patrol and Enforcement of Park Regulations at the Riverfront, Marion and Wallace Marine Parks
Each park has specific operating rules based on their intended use. A copy of the rules can be obtained from the Department of Community Services at (503) 588-6261. In addition, all City Parks are regulated under the Salem Park Ordinance . Enforcement Officers can issue citations for park violations and/or issue a Park Exclusion which can exclude a violator from a City park for up to 30 days.
These parks are routinely patrolled by the Salem Police Department and Parking Services Officers. They are patrolled on foot, bicycle and by motor vehicle. Suspicious activity should be immediately reported to the Salem Police Department at (503) 588-6123. On-going safety concerns should be reported to the Parking Services Customer Support Center at (503) 361-CALL, or send an e-mail to ParkingServices@cityofsalem.net.
Special Event Security Administration
The City of Salem and special event promoters utilize private security vendors at special events. To assure that these contract services are of the highest quality possible, the Parking Services Division 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.
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, Enforcement 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 Support Center at (503) 588-6133, or online using the Online Report Form. You can also reach Parking Services staff online at the Parking Services Staff Contact Page .
