Police Department

The Ellinwood Police Department is a small yet professional group of officers dedicated to providing the best possible services to the community.  We are committed along with our residents in making our city a safe and great place to live and work.

The Ellinwood Police Department consists of 5 full-time law enforcement officers and 3 part-time patrol officers.

Full-time Officers include:

• Chance Bailey – Chief of Police
• Alan Kyle Reed – Sergeant
• Joseph Johns – Corporal
• Derrick Brown – Patrol Officer
• Craig Ramsey – Patrol Officer

Part-time Officers include:

• Mary Kendrick – D.A.R.E Officer
• Blake Ridgel – Patrol Officer
• Heather McLemore – Patrol Officer
• Trae Wineinger – Patrol Officer

Animal Control

• Animal Code 2-112 thru 2-127
• Cruelty to Animals
• Exotic Animals
• Pet Licensing
• Pit Bulls

Public City Code

• Environmental Code
• Fireworks
• Golf Cart Ordinance
• Health Nuisance Ordinance
• Inoperable Vehicles
• Weeds

Community Programs

House Watch

The Ellinwood Police Department’s House Watch Program is designed to provide peace of mind to our residents while they are away from home for extended periods of time, whether for vacation, illness, work-related travel, or other circumstances. The Police Department will make periodic checks on your residence while it is vacant. Information you provide allows us to contact you or your designated key holder in the event that the residence may need attention.

The House Watch Program provides an overall increase in police presence around your home during your time away. Due to manpower issues and unforeseen circumstances, we cannot guarantee the safety of your home or personal property, but the City of Ellinwood Police Department will try to schedule extra patrols around your home during your time away.

This program is a public service to help safeguard citizens’ property and allow for a rapid response and owner notification in the event of a problem.

Bicycle Safety

A Bicycle Safety Program is offered through the Police Department.  Children will go through an inspection to ensure their bicycles are safe to ride and the children will also participate in a riding course.

The program is free to all children who attend.  Free bicycle helmets are available to all children who participate in the program.