New Police Facility

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Building a new Molalla Police Station

The new Molalla Police Facility was completed in December of 2025, marking a major milestone in the City’s long-standing commitment to public safety. This modern, purpose-built facility now serves as the headquarters for the Molalla Police Department, providing the space, technology, and functionality needed to support officers and better serve the community for years to come.

This achievement follows the successful passage of a voter-approved bond measure in November of 2023. Passage of the bond reflected strong community support for investing in a safer future, while also acknowledging a need that had been recognized for more than a decade.

As early as 2012, former Police Chief Rod Lucich began advocating for a new facility that could meet the evolving needs of the department. In the years that followed, the City took deliberate steps toward that goal, including setting aside funding and identifying a suitable location. In 2021, the City purchased the former Bowling Alley property on Grange Avenue—an important step in turning long-term planning into a tangible project.

Many community members will remember the condition of that site. Vacant since around 2017, the Bowling Alley had fallen into significant disrepair. In 2022, the City auctioned off remaining equipment, while preserving pieces of the building’s history. Bowling pins were repurposed and sold to support Molalla’s park system, and sections of the original lanes were carefully saved and have now been incorporated into the new Police Facility—creating a meaningful connection between past and present.

Following the 2023 bond approval, the project moved forward rapidly. Final designs were completed, long-lead construction materials were secured in advance, and permits were obtained. Groundbreaking began in the summer of 2024, launching the construction phase of the project.

From its early beginnings as a recognized need in 2012 to its completion in 2025, the new Molalla Police Facility represents years of planning, community investment, and a shared vision for the future. Today, it stands not only as a modern public safety hub, but also as a symbol of Molalla’s dedication to serving and protecting its community.

Building a new Molalla Police Station

The new Molalla Police Facility was completed in December of 2025, marking a major milestone in the City’s long-standing commitment to public safety. This modern, purpose-built facility now serves as the headquarters for the Molalla Police Department, providing the space, technology, and functionality needed to support officers and better serve the community for years to come.

This achievement follows the successful passage of a voter-approved bond measure in November of 2023. Passage of the bond reflected strong community support for investing in a safer future, while also acknowledging a need that had been recognized for more than a decade.

As early as 2012, former Police Chief Rod Lucich began advocating for a new facility that could meet the evolving needs of the department. In the years that followed, the City took deliberate steps toward that goal, including setting aside funding and identifying a suitable location. In 2021, the City purchased the former Bowling Alley property on Grange Avenue—an important step in turning long-term planning into a tangible project.

Many community members will remember the condition of that site. Vacant since around 2017, the Bowling Alley had fallen into significant disrepair. In 2022, the City auctioned off remaining equipment, while preserving pieces of the building’s history. Bowling pins were repurposed and sold to support Molalla’s park system, and sections of the original lanes were carefully saved and have now been incorporated into the new Police Facility—creating a meaningful connection between past and present.

Following the 2023 bond approval, the project moved forward rapidly. Final designs were completed, long-lead construction materials were secured in advance, and permits were obtained. Groundbreaking began in the summer of 2024, launching the construction phase of the project.

From its early beginnings as a recognized need in 2012 to its completion in 2025, the new Molalla Police Facility represents years of planning, community investment, and a shared vision for the future. Today, it stands not only as a modern public safety hub, but also as a symbol of Molalla’s dedication to serving and protecting its community.

  • Job Site Camera

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    P&C Construction has broken ground on the new Molalla Police Department read all about it;

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    P&C Construction has broken ground on the new Molalla Police Department read all about it;

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  • Facility Update 08.21.24

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    On August 14, 2024 the Molalla City Council approved a final amendment to the construction contract with P&C Construction that brought the total and final contract GMP amount to $16,877,864. This is in line with our planning and site work and utilities have already begun! Start up activities such as the groundbreaking ceremony, site security, job trailer, site trenching for utilities and footings, survey and various inspections are moving along and each week the owner, architect and contractor meet on site to review progress and collaborate. The project is on target to be complete by the end of 2025.



    On August 14, 2024 the Molalla City Council approved a final amendment to the construction contract with P&C Construction that brought the total and final contract GMP amount to $16,877,864. This is in line with our planning and site work and utilities have already begun! Start up activities such as the groundbreaking ceremony, site security, job trailer, site trenching for utilities and footings, survey and various inspections are moving along and each week the owner, architect and contractor meet on site to review progress and collaborate. The project is on target to be complete by the end of 2025.



  • Ground Breaking!

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    The City of Molalla broke ground on a new police station last Friday, August 2, 2024. City officials and police staff celebrated with community members at the groundbreaking ceremony.

    The new station will be Molalla’s first dedicated police facility and will function as an emergency operations center to coordinate public safety crisis response activities. The project team includes Mackenzie and P&C Construction.

    We expect the new station to open in late 2025.


    The City of Molalla broke ground on a new police station last Friday, August 2, 2024. City officials and police staff celebrated with community members at the groundbreaking ceremony.

    The new station will be Molalla’s first dedicated police facility and will function as an emergency operations center to coordinate public safety crisis response activities. The project team includes Mackenzie and P&C Construction.

    We expect the new station to open in late 2025.


  • City Council Report of New Police Station February 28, 2024

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    City of Molalla- New Police Facility

    CITY COUNCIL REPORT

    DATE: February 28, 2024

    REPORT: City Council Update on New Police Facility

    PREPARED BY: Joshua Dodson, Owner’s Rep./Project Manager


    1) Project Vitals: 1.6 acre site, 17,832 SF single story new police facility located at old

    bowling alley property off 150 Grange Ave., project funded by $16M bond plus other funding, Construction cost range is currently [$16.8-17.6M], construction complete by Fall 2025, full project team has been established. Total project cost is $22Million.


    2) Construction Guaranteed Maximum Price Budget: $17.3 Million GMP (Guaranteed Maximum Price)

    a) Pie Charts, overall budget, later GMP & contingency spend down tracking

    Click below to see the Early Work Agreement for May 2024
    City Council - Early Work Agreement - May 2024

    3) Scope/Design Updates:

    a) Design Update from Mackenzie

    “Since reengaging on the design following the election in late 2023 the Mackenzie design team has been diligently working advancing the building and site design with the goal of issuing an early design package for P&C to procure select long lead items (mechanical and electrical equipment) and begin weather sensitive construction activities during the summer months. The early work will include site grading, utilities, and building foundations. The team has been coordinating design related security requirements for the Police Department, site access and circulation, and other critical police operational needs.”

    -David Linton, Architect from Mackenzie


    4) Time:

    a) Milestones:

    • Quarter two 2024 Early Procurement Package
    • Summer/Fall 2024 Site grading, utilities and foundation work
    • Quarter four 2024 main building construction start
    • Quarter four 2025 project completion


    5) Construction Updates:

    a) Construction Updates from P&C Construction

    “Upon the bond approval/Notice to Proceed, P&C has worked along the side the design team providing costing and pricing support as the design continues to develop. P&C continues discussions with subcontractor partners on procurement time frames to coordinate proper early work or material ordering. P&C is actively working on a detailed Master Construction Schedule outlining critical path work scheduled for start in late summer along with a procurement schedule for other long lead items ensuring all materials are available in time for their construction related activities.“

    -Jason Bragg, P&C Construction


    6) Interesting Things/Challenges:

    a) Bowling alley lane re-use as public space benches, wall finishes, possible gun rail, and other options are being explored

    b) No concerning challenges or concerns with budget, scope, and time at this period of the project


    Demolished Site


    New Police Station Rendering


    Planning Meeting


    Site Demolition


    Bowling Alley Lane Storage


    Planning Meeting


    City of Molalla- New Police Facility

    CITY COUNCIL REPORT

    DATE: February 28, 2024

    REPORT: City Council Update on New Police Facility

    PREPARED BY: Joshua Dodson, Owner’s Rep./Project Manager


    1) Project Vitals: 1.6 acre site, 17,832 SF single story new police facility located at old

    bowling alley property off 150 Grange Ave., project funded by $16M bond plus other funding, Construction cost range is currently [$16.8-17.6M], construction complete by Fall 2025, full project team has been established. Total project cost is $22Million.


    2) Construction Guaranteed Maximum Price Budget: $17.3 Million GMP (Guaranteed Maximum Price)

    a) Pie Charts, overall budget, later GMP & contingency spend down tracking

    Click below to see the Early Work Agreement for May 2024
    City Council - Early Work Agreement - May 2024

    3) Scope/Design Updates:

    a) Design Update from Mackenzie

    “Since reengaging on the design following the election in late 2023 the Mackenzie design team has been diligently working advancing the building and site design with the goal of issuing an early design package for P&C to procure select long lead items (mechanical and electrical equipment) and begin weather sensitive construction activities during the summer months. The early work will include site grading, utilities, and building foundations. The team has been coordinating design related security requirements for the Police Department, site access and circulation, and other critical police operational needs.”

    -David Linton, Architect from Mackenzie


    4) Time:

    a) Milestones:

    • Quarter two 2024 Early Procurement Package
    • Summer/Fall 2024 Site grading, utilities and foundation work
    • Quarter four 2024 main building construction start
    • Quarter four 2025 project completion


    5) Construction Updates:

    a) Construction Updates from P&C Construction

    “Upon the bond approval/Notice to Proceed, P&C has worked along the side the design team providing costing and pricing support as the design continues to develop. P&C continues discussions with subcontractor partners on procurement time frames to coordinate proper early work or material ordering. P&C is actively working on a detailed Master Construction Schedule outlining critical path work scheduled for start in late summer along with a procurement schedule for other long lead items ensuring all materials are available in time for their construction related activities.“

    -Jason Bragg, P&C Construction


    6) Interesting Things/Challenges:

    a) Bowling alley lane re-use as public space benches, wall finishes, possible gun rail, and other options are being explored

    b) No concerning challenges or concerns with budget, scope, and time at this period of the project


    Demolished Site


    New Police Station Rendering


    Planning Meeting


    Site Demolition


    Bowling Alley Lane Storage


    Planning Meeting


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