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March 20, 2025 in Benton County Emergency ManagementBenton County JailNews

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Under construction: New Emergency Operations Center 

Conceptual design of the new Emergency Operations Center

Project Description 

Plans for an Emergency Operations Center aim to improve coordination during major events and natural disasters, bolstering overall emergency response capabilities. 

The 2023 Legislative session allocated a total of $5,886,846 for the establishment and funding of the Benton County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) through Senate Bill 5506. This funding will be sourced from Lottery Backed Bonds, as authorized by Senate Bill 5030, resulting in a transfer of $5,000,000 to Benton County to cover project expenses. The remaining $886,846 will be allocated for the state’s bond issuance costs. 

Timeline 

Benton County will combine these resources with previously secured federal and County funds to construct a new EOC. It is expected that these additional resources will become available in the spring of 2025. 

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Future Plans for a New Correctional Facility

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Project Description

Benton County has committed to begin saving funds for a new correctional facility to develop a path forward for construction. The construction of a new correctional facility will aim to address critical needs identified in Benton County’s justice system by increasing capacity, improving rehabilitation efforts, and enhancing public safety. 

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Background & History 

Following public feedback during and after the 2015 bond campaign, the Board of Commissioners initiated a comprehensive study of the justice system. The 2018 Criminal Justice Assessment highlighted the need for a coordinated plan to enhance the performance of the Benton County community safety and justice system, encompassing enforcement, justice, and accountability across various agencies. 

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February 20, 2025 in News

Increased Traffic Patrols On U.S. Highway 20, February 20-23

This weekend marks the annual Newport Seafood and Wine Festival on the Oregon coast.

As a law enforcement agency, we are committed to protecting every driver, passenger, bicyclist and pedestrian on the road. We want the community to enjoy the festival; however, we are asking people to drive sober and avoid getting behind the wheel if they have been drinking alcohol or consuming other intoxicating substances.

Highway 20 is the deadliest roadway in Benton County, with seven fatalities from crashes recorded last year alone. Data from Oregon Department of Transportation shows 85% of those fatalities involved drugs and/or alcohol.

In a concerted effort to prevent these tragedies, nine law enforcement agencies, including the Benton County Sheriff’s Office, Corvallis Police Department and Philomath Police Department, have partnered together to improve road safety and reduce traffic crashes resulting from impaired drivers and other hazardous driving behavior this weekend. Other agencies include Albany Police Department, Lincoln City Police Department, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, Newport Police Department, Oregon State Police, and Toledo Police Department. 

We will be increasing traffic patrol on Highway 20 this weekend. 

Drive sober. Don’t be “shellfish.”

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Daniel Roloff convicted Jan. 15, 2025.

January 17, 2025 in News

Monroe man convicted of reckless endangerment and menacing

On January 15, 2025, a Benton County Circuit Court Judge sentenced 62-year-old Daniel Scott Roloff, of Monroe, to a 12-month incarceration for Recklessly Endangering Another Person x2, and Menacing x3.

This conviction stems from Roloff’s arrest on Aug. 18, 2021.

At about 5:30 p.m. on August 17, 2021, Benton County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) Deputies responded to the area of the 26000 block of Foster Rd. for a report of a male actively shooting a firearm in the direction of construction workers at a private residence in the area. Deputies established a perimeter of the area, evacuated the construction crew, attempted to make contact with the suspect, and were met with gunfire from the property. During that time, a total of 9 shots were fired in 9 minutes from the property. At approximately 11:00 p.m., the decision was made to stand down the SWAT team and hand the scene back over to BCSO deputies who remained in the neighborhood throughout the night.  

On the morning of August 18, 2021, BCSO detectives returned to the location and served a search warrant on the residence. The lone resident, Daniel Scott Roloff, was taken into custody without incident by BCSO and transported to the Benton County Jail.

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November 22, 2024 in News

30th Annual Shop with a Cop

CORVALLIS, Ore. – The Benton County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) is hosting its 30th Annual Shop with a Cop this holiday season. This eagerly awaited event fosters positive interactions between children and law enforcement, bringing together cops and social workers, to create lasting memories for local youth.

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September 9, 2024 in Benton County Emergency ManagementNews

Benton County CERT Preparedness Training

CORVALLIS, Ore. – The Benton County Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) addresses local hazards and provides education, hands-on skills training, and empowerment for individuals in emergency preparedness. The course is taught by local professional responders, State certified trainers, and volunteers who are subject matter experts. The class is 12 hours of online coursework, followed by 16 hours of in-person training. Benton County CERT provides a safe, positive, and inclusive experience for people of all abilities. Preparedness is a skill for everyone!

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