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Police chief reports 374 calls and 17 arrests in July

Goldendale City Council · August 4, 2026
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Police Chief Mike Smith reported 374 calls for service in July and 17 arrests, including thefts, assaults, a drug arrest and several warrant arrests; he also highlighted community outreach through a Back-to-School Bash.

Police Chief Mike Smith told the council the department handled 374 calls for service in July and made 17 arrests. He gave a breakdown that included arrests for theft, assault, drug offenses, warrant arrests and some traffic-related arrests, and he noted the department's Back-to-School Bash outreach and distribution of backpacks as a successful community event.

Chief Smith said the department is preparing for the school-year schedule and thanked volunteers and partner groups who helped with outreach. He did not propose policy changes at this meeting but used the report to remind the council of seasonal changes in staffing and patrol priorities.