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te is not monitored for emergency messages. IF YOU NEED EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE, CALL 9-1-1. If you need non-emergency assistance within Tillamook County, call 503-815-1911. Tillamook County Social Media Disclaimer:
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06/12/2026

* WHAT...Temperatures 83 to 87 degrees F expected. * WHERE...South Washington and North and Central Oregon Coast. * WHEN...From 11 AM to 11 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may ...

06/12/2026

* WHAT...Temperatures between 92 and 98 degrees F expected. * WHERE...Northern and Central Coast Range Valleys and Mountains of Oregon, South Willamette Valley, Foothills of the Northern and ...

The Tillamook County Sheriff's Office was proud to participate in the OSSA Spring Golf Tournament this year! Our four-pe...
06/01/2026

The Tillamook County Sheriff's Office was proud to participate in the OSSA Spring Golf Tournament this year! Our four-person scramble team had a great day on the course and was excited to finish in 3rd place.

A big shoutout to the Tillamook County Sheriff's Foundation for sponsoring our team and supporting opportunities like this. Your continued commitment to our agency and our personnel is greatly appreciated.

The funds raised through this event directly support training opportunities for law enforcement professionals across Oregon. These investments help ensure deputies and officers have the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to serve and protect our communities effectively.

Thank you to the Oregon State Sheriffs' Association, the event organizers, sponsors, and everyone who participated in making this tournament a success. We are grateful for the ongoing support of law enforcement training and professional development.

The Tillamook County Sheriff's Office front desk window will be closed on Friday, May 29, due to staffing issues.The fro...
05/27/2026

The Tillamook County Sheriff's Office front desk window will be closed on Friday, May 29, due to staffing issues.

The front desk will reopen on Monday, June 1.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office is urging everyone to Buckle Up!! From May 19, 2026 to June 1st, Tillamook County Sher...
05/19/2026

Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office is urging everyone to Buckle Up!!

From May 19, 2026 to June 1st, Tillamook County Sheriff's Office Deputies will be taking part in the national high visibility seat belt enforcement effort. This campaign coincides with the Memorial Day holiday.
One of the focuses of the Click It or Ticket seat belt campaign is nighttime enforcement. NHTSA data shows a higher number of unrestrained occupant fatalities happen at night (56% between the hours of 6 p.m. and 5:59 a.m.). Of the males killed in crashes in 2023, more than half (53%) were unrestrained. For females killed in crashes, 41% were not buckled up.

Buckle Up the Right Way
• Place the shoulder belt across the middle of the chest and away from the neck.
• Lay the lap belt across the hips and not the stomach.
• NEVER place the seat belt behind the back or under arms.

***IMPORTANT***Tomorrow is our testing event. We look forward to seeing everyone there!
05/14/2026

***IMPORTANT***
Tomorrow is our testing event. We look forward to seeing everyone there!

Roll CallClarifying the Proposed Tillamook County Fireworks OrdinanceThe proposed Tillamook County Fireworks Ordinance h...
05/07/2026

Roll Call

Clarifying the Proposed Tillamook County Fireworks Ordinance

The proposed Tillamook County Fireworks Ordinance has generated a great deal of discussion throughout our community. I have received phone calls and emails, the Board of Commissioners has received comments, and there has been considerable conversation on social media. Because of the questions and misconceptions surrounding this proposal, I want to take the opportunity to provide clear and accurate information about what the ordinance does and does not do.

First and foremost, the proposed ordinance is not a total ban on fireworks.

The ordinance closely mirrors existing Oregon state law, which has been in place for decades. Under Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS), certain fireworks such as mortars, Roman candles, and bottle rockets are already prohibited. Other fireworks, including sparklers, fountains, and similar consumer fireworks, remain legal for use.

Law enforcement has always had the authority to enforce these laws, and this ordinance does not change which fireworks are legal or illegal.

The primary difference is how violations will be handled.

Under current state law, illegal fireworks violations can be charged as misdemeanors. That means they are criminal offenses handled in Circuit Court and may involve arrest. The proposed county ordinance would instead allow these violations to be treated as a Class C Violation. A violation is not a crime, is not arrestable, and would be handled through Justice Court.

So, in summary, the proposed ordinance:

• Is NOT a total fireworks ban
• Mirrors existing and long-standing Oregon state fireworks laws
• Does NOT change which fireworks are legal or illegal
• Maintains the current authority regarding seizure of illegal fireworks
• Does NOT change how law enforcement prioritizes calls for service or handles crime in Tillamook County

Now, for transparency, I want the community to know that I, as Sheriff, drafted and proposed this ordinance. My goal in doing so was to create a more practical, efficient, and fair approach for handling fireworks violations. Reducing these cases from criminal offenses to violations provides deputies with another reasonable enforcement option while still promoting public safety and accountability.

Enforcement of illegal fireworks remains an important responsibility for our office. Over the years, illegal fireworks have contributed to injuries, beach fires, forest fires, and significant debris left behind in our public spaces and natural areas. Protecting the safety of our community, our first responders, and our natural resources is something we take seriously.

I also understand and respect that members of our community may have differing opinions on this issue. Public participation is an important part of the process, and I encourage anyone interested to attend the upcoming public hearings and share their perspective.

The hearings are scheduled for:

• May 13, 2026 at 9:45 a.m.
Tillamook County Commissioner’s Board Room
• May 28, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
Tillamook County Main Library

Thank you for taking the time to stay informed and engaged in matters affecting Tillamook County.

Sheriff Josh Brown
Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office

05/05/2026

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97141

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