Sperry Police Department

05/27/2026

As part of our ongoing commitment to maintaining the quality of life in our community, the Town of Sperry and the Sperry Police Department want to remind residents about our code enforcement program and how it works.

Our goal is never to punish, it's to work with residents to keep our town safe, clean, and something we can all be proud of.

MOST COMMON VIOLATIONS:

➡️Overgrown grass & weeds — Grass and vegetation that has grown excessively tall and creates safety or aesthetic concerns.

➡️Junk, debris & trash accumulation — Household items, appliances, or trash stored outside and visible from the street.

➡️Inoperable or untagged vehicles — Vehicles that are not running, missing tags, or are stored on a property in a manner that violates town ordinance.

➡️Dilapidated structures — Structures such as fences, sheds, or buildings that are deteriorating and pose a safety concern.

➡️Improper parking — Parking vehicles on sidewalks, in yards, or in other unauthorized areas.

HOW THE PROCESS WORKS

1️⃣ Complaint or observation
A violation is identified either through a citizen complaint or during routine patrol by an officer.

2️⃣ Official notice issued
A written notice of violation is issued to the property owner or resident, documenting the specific concern.

3️⃣ 10-day correction period
Once notice is given, the resident or property owner has 10 days
to correct the violation. We want to give everyone a fair opportunity to address the issue.

4️⃣ Follow-up & re-inspection
After the 10-day period, the violation is re-inspected. If corrected — great! If not, further action may be taken in accordance with town ordinance.

If you have a concern about a property or if you have questions about code enforcement, please contact us.

Remember, residential and commercial properties are subject to town codes and regulations.

Together, we can keep Sperry a great place to live.

05/25/2026

Memorial Day is more than a day off it's a day of honor. We pause to remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

Because of them, we are free to live, explore, and walk our own paths. That is a debt we can never fully repay, but we will never stop being grateful.

To every service member, veteran, and Gold Star family; Thank you.

We hope however you spend this holiday, we hope it’s safe, meaningful, and full of gratitude.

05/23/2026

❤️🚑 Honoring Those Who Show Up Every Day 🚑❤️

Before the week ends, we want to take a moment to recognize and thank ALL of our incredible EMS workers for the tireless dedication and sacrifices they make every single day to keep our communities safe.

A very special thank you goes out to the men and women of Country Corner Fire and EMS. Your unwavering commitment to the Town of Sperry does not go unnoticed. Day in and day out, you show up not just for medical calls, but as true pillars of this community.

We are especially grateful for your overwhelming support of the Sperry Police Department. We stand side by side on the front lines together, and that partnership means the world to us. You are not just our EMS, you are our brothers and sisters, our everyday partners, and an essential part of everything we do.

Thank you to every EMS professional who serves with heart and purpose.

Sperry is a better, safer place because of YOU.

05/22/2026

05/15/2026

We are proud to announce that the Police Department and Sperry Public Schools have officially partnered to launch a School Resource Officer (SRO) Program!

Starting next school year, a dedicated, full-time Sperry Police Officer will be on campus every single school day.

This program is about more than security. It's about building trust, fostering positive relationships between law enforcement and our youth, and ensuring every student has a safe environment where they can learn and thrive.

We believe in this community. We believe in our kids. And we are committed to showing up every day.

Thank you to the Sperry School District for your trust and partnership.

05/13/2026

This picture was posted to social media and sent to me. The post was made by a member of the Sperry Utility Services Authority board. It's a picture of one of our patrol cars parked in the lot next to the Dollar General, run through an AI filter, with the caption "Small Town Revenue."

What concerns me is not the picture itself. It's that a member of the SUSA board is making what amounts to an unfounded accusation against this police department without having accurate information.

The people of Sperry deserve better than that, and so does this department.

So let me set the record straight.

Let me start with the numbers. Since I took over as Chief on April 15, 2025, this department has written 74 citations in 13 months. Here's exactly what those look like:

Moving Violations, 48 total
Speeding: 22
Traffic Control / Stop Sign: 11
Driver's License / Suspension / Revoked: 9
Insurance: 5
Reckless Driving: 1
Leaving the Scene: 1
Unsafe Vehicle / Equipment: 1
Failure to Display Headlamps: 1
Other Traffic: 2

Non-Moving Violations, 24 total
Theft / Larceny: 4
Taxes Due to State: 3
Public Intoxication / Alcohol: 3
Animal Control: 2
Open Burning: 2
Drug Paraphernalia: 1
Disturbing the Peace: 1
Handicap Parking: 1
Improper Equipment: 1
Unlawful Shooting / Throwing of Object: 1
Other Non-Moving: 5

In the 13 months before I took over, March 14th, 2024 through April 14th, 2025 this department wrote 194 citations, with roughly 130 of those being speeding tickets alone.

Since I've been Chief, we've seen a 61.85% decrease in total citations and an 83% decrease in speeding tickets.

The 13 months before me produced an estimated $33,641 in citations written. Since I've been Chief, the department has written an estimated $11,510, and of that, the town has actually collected less than $5,800, because many citations are dismissed after proof of insurance is shown, at the officer's request, or for other reasons.

So no. We are not running a speed trap and we are not trying to generate revenue.

The numbers tell that story better than I can.

I also want to be clear about something. I do not believe the Chief before me, or the officers who served before our current staff, operated a speed trap or used traffic enforcement to generate revenue. Every Chief is different, with different ways of operating and different priorities.

Mine has been, and continues to be, an overall reduction in crime and meaningful community involvement.

As for why our officer was parked in that lot, there are several reasons our officers use that location, and yes, traffic enforcement is one of them.

But almost a year ago, the Town Board of Trustees purchased laptops for every patrol vehicle so our officers can complete incident reports in the field. That means an officer sitting in that parking lot is being visible, deterring problems, and getting paperwork done all at the same time.

That's good policing, not a trap.

What makes this particularly frustrating is that the SUSA board meets every single month, directly before the Town Board of Trustees meeting. Our department gives a full report at every trustee meeting. The information is there. It is presented every month.

If there are genuine concerns about how this department operates, there is no shortage of opportunities to raise them through the right channels. Instead, an AI edited picture with an unfounded caption gets posted to social media.

That's not fair to this department, and it's not fair to the officers who show up for this community every single day.

Are we perfect? No, and I'll never claim that. We don't solve every case or stop every crime. But I can tell you that the men and women of this department genuinely care about Sperry.

They chose to be here. A lot of them have gotten to know you, your kids, your neighbors, your faces. They take this job seriously because they love it, and they love this community.

Do we write tickets? Yes. Do we enjoy it? Honestly, no.

But sometimes it's necessary. It's part of the job, and it's a job we are proud to do.

Sperry really is the best kept secret in Oklahoma.

It is an honor for all of our officers to serve here.

Thank you for your continued support. It means more than you know.

Chief Nick Mahoney

05/11/2026

Each year since President Kennedy designated May 15th as National Peace Officers Memorial Day in 1962, this week has been set aside to honor the men and women in law enforcement who dedicate their lives to keeping our communities safe and to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

From the nation's first police department established in Boston in 1838 to today, officers have answered the call to run toward danger so others don't have to.

That tradition of courage and service is alive and well right here in Sperry.

So, today we are proud and grateful to recognize our outstanding team:

OUR OFFICERS:

Asst. Chief Kenneth Trammel
Officer Jeremiah Mydland
Officer Jackie Marte
Officer Derek Schmidt
Officer Chris Tinsley
Officer Thomas Grimsley

Thank you all for your service, your sacrifice, and your commitment to the people of Sperry.

I’m very grateful every single day for the work and commitment of these officers.

Thank you for choosing Sperry. - Chief Nick Mahoney.