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Re-elect Jason Pollock for Jefferson County Sheriff, 675 NW Cherry Lane, Chennai, OR (2026)

05/22/2026

Memorial Day Weekend is more than the start of summer. It is a time to pause, reflect, and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country and the freedoms we enjoy every day.

Their sacrifice reminds us that freedom is not free. We owe an incredible debt of gratitude to those who made the ultimate sacrifice and to the families who continue to carry that sacrifice with them every day.

As you spend time with family and friends this weekend, whether traveling, camping, attending community events, or simply enjoying time together, I encourage everyone to take a moment to remember the true meaning of Memorial Day.
Please celebrate safely. Slow down, wear your seatbelt, make good decisions, and look out for one another.

To our Gold Star families, veterans, and service members, thank you. We remember those we have lost, we honor their sacrifice, and we will never forget.

Jason Po***ck
Jefferson County Sheriff 🇺🇸

03/18/2026

One of the most important messages is on my page right before this post. Regardless of how you feel about law enforcement or me, take a few moment to read it.

Without law enforcement, there is no order, no accountability, and no one standing between chaos and the communities we call home.

03/16/2026

The harsh reality of law enforcement

There was a time when people lined up at the door for the opportunity to enter this profession. That is no longer the case. Across this country, constant scrutiny, public criticism, and negativity amplified through media and social media have had a serious impact on recruitment. Jefferson County is no exception. In many cases, smaller agencies with lower pay suffer the most.

Law enforcement may seem glamorous when viewed through a television screen, but that only scratches the surface of what this job truly is. The reality is far different. It means seeing the worst of humanity. The worst calls often come when you least expect them. You see the impact these moments have on families and loved ones, and the tragedies that people in our communities face.

What many people forget is that law enforcement officers are human too. We experience tragedy in our own lives just like everyone else. Yet many times we still go to work carrying that weight while helping others through the tragedies they are facing. Throughout a career in law enforcement, officers will witness horrific scenes and traumatic incidents that most people in civilian life will never see. Those traumatic incidents can number in the hundreds over the course of a career. That is the profession. That is the job we sign up for.

What helps keep it all together is the culture, the camaraderie, and the bond that is forged through those difficult experiences. That shared understanding matters. It is one of the reasons many veterans who have served in our armed forces gravitate toward law enforcement after their military service. They understand sacrifice, service, and the weight that comes with both.

For members of the public who have served on a grand jury, you have had a glimpse into some of this reality. Grand juries are often where some of the worst cases begin their journey through the court system. If you have served in that role, you have seen some of the tragedies members of our communities have faced and the difficult work law enforcement must present. If you are one of those people, you have a small understanding of what officers see, and you are very much appreciated.

Another issue that needs to be talked about is the misunderstanding, or lack of understanding, about why law enforcement often ends up being the middle man in so many situations.

It is often portrayed that law enforcement has all the power. The truth is, we do not. It may seem that way from the outside, but lawmakers in Salem, and in capitals across this country all the way to Washington DC, are the ones who have the power to create the laws.

Laws are just words on paper until something happens. Until someone gets hurt. Until someone is seriously injured or killed. When those moments happen, law enforcement is the one called to enforce the law that was written.

I am not saying we should not enforce the law. That is part of the job. But when laws are being created, there needs to be an understanding of the consequences they may have on law enforcement and on the communities we serve.

Law enforcement has the power to enforce the law, much like a gun is a tool someone may use to defend themselves and their family. Put a gun in the wrong hands and tragedy can happen. In the same way, when the wrong law is put into place, especially with mandates like “you shall arrest” or “you shall” anything, unintended consequences can follow.

Do we blame the gun for killing people? No. At least that is not how I see it. Responsibility lies with the person who used it. I am not saying this to spark a gun debate. But in the words of Larry the Cable Guy, “If guns kill people, then pencils misspell words, cars make people drive drunk, and spoons make people fat.”

In the same way, law enforcement often finds itself blamed for enforcing laws that we did not write.

If people want real change in the law, in how law enforcement is treated, and in how certain situations are approached, that conversation needs to include the people writing those laws. Putting common sense into the lawmaking process in Salem, and in capitals across this country, is where meaningful change begins.

03/15/2026

When I first took office as Sheriff, I made a promise to the people of Jefferson County, we would work every day to strengthen public safety, support our communities, and move this county forward.

Since then, we have made real progress.
Major crime has slowed, and the Sheriff’s Office has grown stronger and more capable of serving the people who call this place home. We added two School Resource Deputies to help protect our students and support our schools, and we did it without increasing costs to the county general fund. Protecting our kids while being responsible with taxpayer dollars matters.

For more than ten years before I became Sheriff, our office did not have a dedicated narcotics detective. Drug trafficking and addiction have touched every community in this country, and Jefferson County is no different. Bringing that position back has allowed us to focus directly on disrupting the flow of drugs into our county and holding those responsible accountable.

We also added a domestic violence detective, largely funded through grants, to ensure victims receive the attention and support they deserve. Two additional patrol deputy positions were added to improve coverage across Jefferson County and help reduce the strain on deputies who were often working alone in rural areas.

Through grant funding with Oregon State Parks, we created an ATV deputy position to help patrol areas where traditional patrol vehicles cannot reach. We have also strengthened partnerships with law enforcement agencies across Central Oregon, building better coordination and cooperation throughout the tri-county area.

I have continued advocating for more Oregon State Police presence in Jefferson County because public safety is strongest when agencies work together.

But being Sheriff is not only about enforcement. It is about community.

Under our administration, we created programs like Shop with a Cop, helping local children and families during the Christmas season. We continue to host Coffee with a Cop and Coffee and Conversation events so people can sit down, talk with us, and stay connected to the people who serve them.

Our office has also supported and participated in community fundraising events, including efforts that support people in our community who are battling cancer.

We have added decals to our vehicles for Mission 22, which is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting U.S. military veterans who are struggling with the invisible wounds of service, including PTSD, traumatic brain injury, and other challenges that can lead to su***de. The organization works to raise awareness about veteran su***de while providing programs, resources, and community support to help veterans find purpose, connection, and hope after their service.

Since taking office, we have partnered with the Oregon State Marine Board to replace our nearly twenty-year-old patrol boats with new vessels that offer improved maneuverability, reliability, and greater visibility on our lakes. These upgrades enhance both safety and effectiveness for our marine patrol operations.

We also worked closely with Madras High School and the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs to create a meaningful connection to the waters we serve. Students helped name the new boats, and before they were placed into service, the vessels were blessed by members of the Tribes in recognition that many of the waters we patrol are Tribal waters. It was a powerful way to honor the history, culture, and partnership that exists in our community while marking a new chapter for our marine program.

The truth is simple.

Many of these programs, partnerships, and improvements were not in place before I became Sheriff. They were built through the hard work of the dedicated men and women of the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and a shared commitment to doing better for the people we serve.

Jefferson County is a special place. A place where neighbors look out for one another, where community still matters, and where the work of protecting what we have is never taken lightly.

Serving as your Sheriff has been one of the greatest honors of my life, and together we will keep working to make Jefferson County safer, stronger, and prepared for the future.

03/15/2026

There is something special about Jefferson County.

Maybe it is the way the sun rises over the sagebrush and the Cascades stand watch in the distance. Maybe it is the quiet of a winter morning when frost covers the ground, or the warmth of a summer evening when the sun seems to stay with us on those long summer nights.

We are blessed with nearly 300 days of sunshine each year, but it is more than just the weather. It is the land itself. The high desert, the rivers, the springs, the fields, the mountains. The seasons here have a rhythm that reminds you of what really matters.

Spring brings new life and freshness to the air.
Summer fills our days with long sunsets and time with family and friends.

Fall reminds us of the harvest and the work that built this place.

Winter slows us down just enough to appreciate it all.

The longer you live here, the more you realize how deep the roots run. Families who have been here for generations. Neighbors who still wave when they pass. Kids growing up with the same views of the mountains their parents and grandparents saw.

As we get older, we begin to understand something important. The things that matter most in life are not the things we accumulate. It is the places we belong, the people we share them with, and the memories created between sunrises and sunsets.

Jefferson County is more than a place on the map.
It is home.

And when you look across this land, especially during moments like this sunset, it is hard not to believe that God has touched this place in a special way.

I am grateful every day to live here, to serve here, and to raise my family in a community that still believes in hard work, faith, and looking out for one another.

This is our home.

03/15/2026

Growing up in Culver, there were a few places that were simply part of life.
One of those places was Beetle Bailey Burgers.
If you grew up here, you know exactly what I’m talking about.
That corner…
The menu boards…
The smell of burgers and fries when you walked in the door.
Like a lot of kids in Culver, I spent plenty of time there. Sometimes for a burger and fries. Sometimes for a milkshake. Sometimes just to hang out with friends and see who was working that day.
Over the years, friends, neighbors, and family members have all worked there. For a lot of Culver kids, it was their first job.
And sitting right there on the corner that leads to Lake Billy Chinook, it’s become a stop for thousands of people across Central Oregon. Boats heading to the lake in the morning… and hungry families stopping again on the way home.
But for those of us who grew up here, it’s more than that.
It’s the place your parents would let you walk to with your friends.
A burger.
Some fries.
Maybe a milkshake if you had enough money in your pocket.
And somehow… after all these years…
The flavor is still the same.
Places like this are part of what make small towns special.
They’re part of our memories.
Part of our community.
Part of what makes Jefferson County home.

03/11/2026

I am honored to serve as the elected Sheriff of Jefferson County, where my career in law enforcement has been dedicated to protecting our communities and supporting the men and women who serve beside me.

My career in public safety began in Jefferson County and has grown through the ranks from Reserve Officer to Deputy Sheriff, Detective, Patrol Supervisor, and now Sheriff for nearly four years. Those experiences have given me a deep understanding of the challenges facing rural law enforcement and the importance of strong leadership, accountability, and service to the public.

As Sheriff, my focus is on maintaining safe communities, supporting professional and well-trained deputies, and ensuring the Sheriff’s Office operates with integrity, transparency, and fiscal responsibility. I believe in practical solutions to public safety challenges and building strong partnerships with our cities, schools, and community organizations.

I am a graduate of Culver High School and hold multiple law enforcement certifications through the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training, including Advanced and Supervisory certifications.

Above all, I believe the role of Sheriff is about service. Service to the citizens of Jefferson County, service to the deputies and staff who wear the badge, and service to the rule of law that keeps our communities strong.

Re-elect Jason Pollock for Jefferson County Sheriff

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