Police Department 

Ken Elwer Chief of Police (email)
Station Address: 1010 Applegate St

The first mention of a law enforcement officer in the City of Philomath was in 1883. From 1883 until 1946 the law enforcement officer in Philomath was called the "City Marshal." The Marshal’s duties include repairing city streets, collecting taxes and enforcing the laws. The City Marshal was elected to his position. Beginning in 1947 the City council has appointed a Police Chief. For many years the Chief was the only commissioned officer in the city. As Philomath grew in population the police department also grew. Today there are eight commissioned officers, six active reserves and five cadets.