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If you have a tip that may help us investigate a crime or identify people of interest associated with a crime, please call 503-718-COPS or email us. You can remain anonymous, however if you would like an officer to be able to reach you with any questions they may have, please leave your name and number.

The tip line is not suited for everything. To report a crime that has already happened (theft, burglary, etc.) or speak to an officer, call the non-emergency dispatch number at 503-629-0111.

For emergencies and crimes happening now, always call 911.

Report Graffiti Vandalism

• When graffiti is “occurring now”, or if you are a witness to graffiti vandalism while it is happening, call 9-1-1.
• When graffiti appears on your property, or someone else’s property, notify the Tigard Police Department by calling the non-emergency dispatch at 503-629-0111.

Graffiti

Graffiti means any inscription, word, figure or design that is marked, etched, scratched, drawn or painted on any surface with paint, ink, chalk, dye, other similar substance or placement of stickers or appliques, regardless of content, without authorization from the responsible party for the property.

Graffiti Abatement Volunteer Program

The City of Tigard supports businesses that would like volunteer assistance to paint over graffiti on their property. If you would like to request volunteers or to volunteer to paint over graffiti, please email City Manager's Office teammate, Management Analyst Alex Richardson at alex.richardson@tigard-or.gov. Volunteers will be provided with paint and all related supplies. Volunteers should expect to get paint on their clothes and dress accordingly, and for the weather.

This program is partially funded by the Metro Regional Refresh Fund. 

Graffiti Removal

Research has shown that removal within 24-48 hours is effective in discouraging repeat vandalism. Graffiti, whether gang-related or not, has a negative effect on a resident’s feeling of safety in their neighborhood. It creates a perception (whether factual or not) that crime is on the rise and gangs are moving into the area. When graffiti appears and is left up indefinitely, it sends a signal that people just don’t care, which in turn attracts other forms of crime and delinquency to the neighborhood.

The City of Tigard does have a graffiti ordinance in effect under Tigard Municipal Code 6.02.060. Property owners have 14 days from the date of notice to remove graffiti from their property. Failure to remove the graffiti can result in a civil infraction for which a fine can be imposed up to $100 fine per day, until the graffiti is removed. The purpose of this ordinance is to encourage prompt removal of graffiti after the incident is reported to the Tigard Police Department. It also discourages graffiti from remaining in place for extended periods of time, which can also encourage additional graffiti. The Tigard Police Department recognizes there could be several factors for which graffiti might not be able to be removed within those 14 days and will work with the property owner to accomplish compliance.

Graffiti Prevention

If your property is targeted regularly with graffiti, consider making some changes by:

• Removing graffiti as soon as possible when it occurs
• Adding barriers or planting thorny vegetation to prevent access to vulnerable spaces
• Installing lighting
• Moving dumpsters, ladders, pallets or covering drainpipes to prevent climbing
• Using graffiti resistant coating to surfaces to make it easier to clean up
• Adding a mural or a different paint color to discourage graffiti

The City of Tigard partners with Beaverton's Center for Mediation & Dialogue to offer free mediation services to Tigard residents. They provide mediation, facilitation and conflict resolution services.

For more information including hours and availability, or for information about the mediation process, training and events, and volunteer opportunities, please contact the Center for Mediation & Dialogue

Center for Mediation & Dialogue
mediation@beavertonoregon.gov
503-526-2523 (general inquiries)

What is Mediation?

Mediation is a negotiation process where a neutral third party, a mediator, helps parties work together to resolve conflict. The mediator doesn't solve problems, but does help parties work together toward a mutually beneficial resolution. The parties have complete control throughout the process, jointly seeking the best possible resolution, while preserving important relationships. Because parties take responsibility for their own solutions, they are more likely to keep their agreements.

Self Defense for Women

The Tigard Police Department offers occasional classes in self-defense. Self-defense classes are designed to teach women to recognize safety concerns, use their voice and help themselves and others stay safe. The physical techniques taught in the course are designed with a woman's natural strength and ability in mind and can be modified to suit all ages and abilities.

Classes taught by the Tigard Police Department:

• Be That Girl for young women ages 13 to 17
• Women's Self Defense for women ages 18 and older
• Senior Self Defense for women 55 and older

Class instruction and demonstrations will allow you to decrease your vulnerability and give you a new sense of confidence and personal power. Class activities and discussions are designed to help women identify their risks, evaluate their strengths, and explore their options for dealing with the threat of sexual violence.

Due to limited resources, we do not have a regular schedule for courses. Please check our Tigard Police Community Events page for all upcoming classes.

To receive alerts when new classes become available, please sign up for our Tigard Police monthly newsletter. We do not maintain a waitlist or notification list for classes.