Tigard may vote on new police facility in 2026

Tigard voters may decide in May 2026 on a new facility for the Police and Public Works departments. Project leaders held a public meeting to discuss the need for a centralized, secure location due to safety concerns and space limitations. The current facilities, some built in the 1980s, are inadequate for the growing community. Police Chief Jamey McDonald noted that evidence storage is currently off-site, while Public Works Director Brian Rager highlighted the need for more yard space for large vehicles. The city purchased a 9.5-acre property in 2024 for the new facility, estimated to cost $150 million. Funding would come from a bond, adding about $100 annually to property tax bills. The future of existing locations remains uncertain.