About the Eugene Police Department
The Eugene Police Department (EPD) is a progressive, professional law-enforcement agency that serves the city of Eugene, Oregon. In fulfillment of the public trust, the Eugene Police Department works in partnership with our community to promote safety and security, enforce laws, prevent crimes, and safeguard the constitutional rights of all people.
The department serves a city of more than 177,732 residents (2021) with about 385 employees and a budget of $81.2 million in FY23. About 223 sworn officers work in patrol, investigations, traffic enforcement and administrative positions. While about 162 civilian employees work mostly in records, communications, crime prevention and administrative support positions. In a typical day, Eugene police officers are dispatched to about 261 calls per day. This activity creates approximately 7,500 distinct criminal cases per year.
