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2 weeks ago

PSA: Notice to Downtown Business Owners and Residents Regarding the Sidewalk Parking OrdinanceAs of this week, the Girard City Council adopted an amendment to the City's parking ordinance affecting the use of sidewalks throughout Girard. The Girard Police Department believes it is important to keep residents and business owners informed whenever changes to our local laws may affect our community and change the way GPD enforces local ordinances.Under the revised ordinance, the definition of a "sidewalk" has been expanded to include the portion of a street or highway between the curb lines (or lateral lines of a roadway) and the adjacent property lines intended for pedestrian use.As a result, no person may stop, stand, or park any vehicle, whether attended or unattended, upon a public sidewalk. This prohibition applies to all motorized vehicles, including automobiles, motorcycles, golf carts, and electric vehicles. For many downtown businesses, this means these vehicles may no longer be parked on or across sidewalk areas in front of or alongside commercial properties.The ordinance also prohibits parking a vehicle in a private driveway if any portion of the vehicle protrudes over, obstructs, or blocks a public sidewalk.Violations of this revised ordinance are now punishable as a minor misdemeanor for a first offense, carrying a fine of up to $150. Subsequent offenses may be charged as a fourth-degree misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of up to $250 and up to 30 days in jail.This ordinance was drafted and adopted by the Girard City Council through the City's legislative process and became law upon approval. As the City's law enforcement agency, the Girard Police Department's responsibility is to educate the public, answer questions, and enforce all duly enacted local ordinances, as well as state and federal laws, fairly, consistently, and impartially.GPD’s goal is to ensure the community understands these changes. During the initial implementation of this new ordinance, Girard officers will make every reasonable effort to educate motorists and business owners before taking enforcement action, when circumstances permit. We appreciate the cooperation of our residents and business community as we work together to keep our sidewalks safe and accessible for everyone. ... See MoreSee Less

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2 weeks ago

Last night Josh Merrill was officially sworn in as Captain of the Girard Police Department. Captain Merrill has served the city of Girard and the entire Mahoning Valley with honor and distinction since 2011. He has earned Awards of Excellence, Meritorious Conduct, and Educational Achievement, just to name a few. Captain Merrill’s leadership experience, and community engagement, make him an incredible asset to this city and this department. Congratulations Captain Merrill!Also sworn in, our newest patrolman, Officer Noah Gerchak. Noah is a native of Girard and comes to us with nearly a decade of experience in the field. We are excited to have Noah and look forward to the contributions he will make to the city and our department. Congratulation Officer Gerchak! ... See MoreSee Less

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3 weeks ago

The Justin Leo Bridge (Girard Viaduct) will be closed tonight, July 16,2026, from 8:00pm to roughly midnight, for the annual Mount Carmel IFH firework display.We ask that everyone please avoid the area during this time, and plan their routes of travel accordingly. Thank you in advance for helping to create a safe environment for event spectators. ... See MoreSee Less

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3 weeks ago

Damon and Emmington were operating their vehicle so responsibly that we just had to let them know how good of a job they were doing💙💪 ... See MoreSee Less

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1 month ago

The Girard Police Department would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the Ohio Office of Criminal Justice Services (OCJS) for their continued investment in local law enforcement agencies across Ohio.Through a recent grant award initiative, the Girard Police Department was fortunate to receive in-canal electronic hearing protection for all of our officers. This equipment will help protect our personnel from long-term hearing damage while maintaining their ability to communicate and remain situationally aware during training and critical incidents.We are grateful to OCJS for making programs like this available and for their ongoing commitment to improving officer safety, wellness, and operational readiness. Support like this allows agencies of all sizes to better equip their officers while reducing the financial burden on local communities. ... See MoreSee Less

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1 month ago

Photos from St. Rose Catholic School's post ... See MoreSee Less

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1 month ago

No better way to clear a call than running into your best friend💜 ... See MoreSee Less

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1 month ago

A few simple tips to keep in mind since the firework season is now officially here. Discharge fireworks only on your own property (or with the property owner's permission), keep a safe distance from people, homes, vehicles, and dry vegetation, and never allow anyone under the age of 18 to handle or discharge fireworks. Have a bucket of water or a hose readily available, never relight a malfunctioning firework, and fully soak used fireworks before disposing of them. Most importantly, never use fireworks while impaired by alcohol or drugs. A few simple precautions can help ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable holiday. ... See MoreSee Less

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2 months ago

Want a fast response time? Bring pizza😉 Meet Lou…Lou is THE MAN. He wanted to do something nice. He brought a couple of pies and some refreshments down to the officers working afternoon turn today. Thank you Lou 💙💪💙 ... See MoreSee Less

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2 months ago

This Sunday the Color Run & Walk will be taking place at 1PM. It will be starting and ending at Girard High School with the course going through sections of Seneca Woods and Squaw Creek. Please be aware that road closures will be in place before, during, and for some time after the race. Posted is a map of the course to give you an idea of the roads and routes that may be affected. Thank you for your patience and understanding. ... See MoreSee Less

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DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

Station Location and Information

The Girard Police Department serves the community of Girard, Ohio and is located in Trumbull County. We are a full-time department and open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Parking and handicap access can be found directly in front of the station. Additional parking is available across the street within the public access lot. After normal business hours, please utilize the intercom in the foyer to gain access to the lobby and the station interior.

For access to the Girard Municipal Court during normal court hours, take the elevator or stairs within the department lobby to the second floor of the building.