Welcome to the Lake Odessa Police Department

Village Police Department

Mission Statement

The Lake Odessa Police Department is committed to preserving and protecting the people and property of the Village of Lake Odessa and to working with the community to prevent crime, enforce the law, maintain order, and ensure it remains a “friendly port” year around for residents and visitors alike.  

Value Statement

Members of the Lake Odessa Police Department are dedicated to upholding the public trust and enhancing citizens’ quality of life by providing the highest-quality police services in a fair and consistent manner, with a focus on integrity, accountability, and impartiality.

Primary Responsibilities

The primary responsibilities of the Lake Odessa Police Department are to:

  • Protect people and property
  • Proactively work to prevent crime 
  • Identify and arrest offenders
  • Enforce Village ordinances
  • Preserve the peace​

Code Enforcement

The Village's Police Department oversees all code enforcement within the community.

Contact

If you have an emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately. For non-emergencies, the Village Police Department can be reached by phone at (616) 374-8845, via Ionia County Central Dispatch. To speak with the Chief of Police, Kendra Backing, please call (616) 374-0722. To speak with the Code Enforcement Officer, please call (269) 953-7371.

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