Port Sheldon Township
Community Partnership
Mission Statement
The mission of those serving the Township of Port Sheldon as members of the Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office is to preserve public order, support the constitution of the State of Michigan, and enforce all laws and ordinances of our state, county, and township while protecting the lives, property and rights, of all people in a professional and courteous manner.
Law enforcement services are provided to the residents of Port Sheldon Township by the Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office. Port Sheldon Township shares a community policing deputy with West Ottawa Public Schools. This partnership brings additional law enforcement services to Port Sheldon Township during our busier summer months.
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Community Resources
Home Security Checks
Ottawa County community police officers offer free vacation security checks for residents away from their homes, businesses, or facilities. Deputies will periodically check the exterior of the property to deter burglars and enhance security while the property is unoccupied.
Silent Observer
Submit tips by calling (877) 88-SILENT (745368), texting "OCMTIP" with your message to 274637, or using the online form. Learn more on the Silent Observer website.
Smart911
Sign up for Smart911 to create a Safety Profile with key details about yourself, your family, home, pets, and vehicles. This information appears on the 9-1-1 call taker's screen during an emergency, saving valuable time. Your profile is private, secure, and fully customizable.
Business Emergency Notification Form
Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office works along side Ottawa County Central Dispatch to maintain an informative contact list for local businesses. This contact list is used in the event that business owners or managers should be contacted during non-business hours.