Non- Emergency Number 419-746-2735 – 24/7
Emergency 911 – Please Note: You will be directed to the Erie County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch
Email: Police@Kelleysisland.us
Facebook : Village of Kelleys Island Police Department
In an emergency CALL 911. That is the best and fastest way to dispatch Island Safety Services. If possible, use a land line as there are many low and no signal areas. PLEASE NOTE: We cannot answer questions about events, the weather or if the ferry is running.
Chief James E. Bartus II
policechief@kelleysisland.us
MISSION STATEMENT:
The mission of the Kelleys Island Police Department is to Serve the residents and Tourists alike, making a difference one interaction at a time, with Respect, Integrity, Honor and Professionalism
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ABOUT US
OFFICERS
RECOGNIZING OUTSTANDING SERVICE
ABOUT GOLF CARTS, ATV’S AND APV’S
HISTORY OF THE JAIL
POLICE CHIEFS, CONSTABLES & MARSHALS
THE KELLEYS ISLAND POLICE ASSOCIATION
KIPD JOB APPLICATION
ABOUT US
Every effort is made to keep the residents and visitors safe. Our police force cautions you to obey the laws of the Village which are based on common sense and State laws. Some of the most common violations are: public intoxication, fighting, resisting arrest, driving under the influence, underage driving golf carts (particularly children) , expired plates on cars and golf carts. These laws will be enforced.
The Police Department offers many services including WINTER HOUSE CHECK (popular with our seniors, mobility impaired and house bound residents) and GOLF CART INSPECTION FORM, required before you can get plates for your cart. See below for more information on golf cart guidelines. You can file a CITIZEN COMPLAINT about a police officer, or make a VOLUNTARY STATEMENT about the incident.
RECOGNIZING OUTSTANDING SERVICE
Over the years the Police Dept. has recognized outstanding service provided by our Island Officers. The decision is made with the input of the Chief as well as the community. Here are the 2021 honorees.
Here is KIPD Officers of the Year Plaque.
2021 Officers recognized: James Bartus II and Teressa Campbell.
ABOUT GOLD CARTS, ATV’s & APV’s
- Be aware of your surrounding traffic at all times (your golf cart is very small and other vehicles are very large)
- Move aside for larger and faster traffic
- Do not stop your golf cart in the roadway or on the berm to sightsee, remember you share the road with larger vehicles
- Do not drink and drive (the penalties under Ohio laws are severe)
- DO NOT LET YOUR CHILDREN DRIVE – It IS against the law no matter how cute it looks
- Stay seated at all times, particularly until the golf cart comes to a complete stop (your balance can shift very quickly)
- No U-Turns (you may move fast, but oncoming traffic may not).
- Be considerate when you park
- One thing you can count on – Residents WILL call the police if a violation occurs.
Our clerical and administrative staff supports these Village operations. Safety personnel can be contacted by telephone for non-emergency services at 419-746-2735, or by e-mail directed to the Village Clerk or the Police.
A LITTLE HISTORY ABOUT THE JAIL
It had been long lamented that there was no lock-up on the island. The increase in transient workers at the quarry and the increasing popularity of the island created a problem for the peaceful islanders. The first positive steps in building a jail were taken in early August 1885 when the County Commissioners announced they were going to have a jail built on Kelley’s Island. READ MORE ABOUT THIS UNIQUE BUILDING
POLICE CHIEFS, CONSTABLES &MARSHALS
The men who served this Island
The first Constable, Joseph Willett, was appointed in 1840. Pictured here is Chief Norbie McKillips. READ MORE
KIPD JOB OPENINGS AND APPLICATION
We are hiring officers for the 2023 Season. Please download the KIPD Application and submit to be considered for open positions for the upcoming season. When filled out completely return with all required documentation to the following email: policechief@kelleysisland.us.
Click here to download the KIPD Job Application.
Kelleys Island Police Association
The Village of Kelleys Island
121 Addison St., Kelleys Island OH 43438
419-746-2535 Office@KelleysIsland.us