Grain Valley celebrates opening of new police station with ribbon cutting, open house

The Grain Valley Police Department celebrated its newly constructed station during a ribbon cutting and open house on May 8th. The new building features an upgraded property storage area, a juvenile holding area, ample space for officers to complete reports, holding cells that meet state statutes, and a dedicated training room for officers and community use.

Voters approved a $14,000,000 bond issue in April 2022 to fund the construction of the new police facility, located near Butterfly Trail at 719 NW R.D. Mize Road. 

During the ribbon cutting ceremony, Mayor Mike Todd recognized the officers and staff of the police department for their patience and flexibility as they worked in cramped conditions at City Hall. Todd recalled the department's humble beginnings in a small building on Front Street to their home of 20 years at City Hall. 

Police Chief Ed Turner echoed the Mayor's praise of the officers and staff during the transition.

"I can tell you personally, that almost 30 years ago now, I started in that little building that the mayor talked about on Front Street, and it was tight then. And I know there's been a lot of growing pains in the building we are in now. I want to thank the community for their outpouring of support and acknowledging the need in the community. Our promise to the community is to reciprocate that, elevating our level of service, provide those things that are necessary to you, and we look forward to opportunities in this building for community outreach," Turner said.

A public open house followed the ribbon cutting, where residents could tour the new station. The department will begin moving into the new space this week.

Correction: Date corrected from May 9th to May 8th. (10:30am 5/9/2024)