Law Enforcement and Corrections

CIS Commits to Reducing High Claims

CIS Commits to Reducing High Claims in Law Enforcement and Corrections

Every year, member claims cover a broad spectrum, ranging from auto accidents to sewer backups. From July 1, 2018 through Dec. 31, 2023, the largest claims, constituting 40.1% and 16.3% respectively, originated from law enforcement and corrections. More than $61 million (out of the $108,606,217 paid claims) were attributed to these sectors.

Acknowledging the significance of addressing these costly claims, CIS’ risk management team has taken a proactive approach providing more than $200,000 in grant funds to members. Annually, CIS allocates funds dedicated to risk management, aiming to mitigate issues and minimize associated claims. These efforts are supported by grants offered to member cities and counties.

$50k

Risk Management Safety Cameras

We allocated $50,000 for safety cameras, based on 1% of each member's Property and Liability premium. The funds were awarded on a first-applied, first-approved basis. We received an overwhelming response for the grant and the funds were quickly depleted for the 2023-24 fiscal year. Fourteen city members received grants, including Astoria, Canyonville, Dunes City, Florence, Gearhart, Glendale, Grants Pass, Milwaukie, Newport, Rogue River, Scappoose, Shady Cove, Winston, and Wood Village. In addition, five counties — Clatsop, Harney, Lake, Lincoln, and Union — received grants.

$25k

Corrections Risk Management

The Corrections-related grant was created to help fund initiatives designed to reduce self-harm by Adult In Custody (AIC). This grant was also distributed on a first-applied, first-approved basis. 2023 recipients included Curry County ($2,722) and City of Reedsport ($5,000). There are still funds available for the 2023-24 fiscal year.

$50k

Law Enforcement Pilot

The $50,000 Law Enforcement Pilot grant supported various initiatives:

City of Sutherlin: $3,150 for Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs) Cameras
City of North Bend: $6,366 for WRAP System (a safe restraint system to protect officers)
City of Hillsboro: $8,338 for PoliceOne Academy training software
Polk County: $2,000 for boot chains

$25k

Public Safety Critical Incident Grant

This grant is used to help members involved in a critical incident to help their public safety staff engage a mental health provider that focuses on PTSD. City of Nyssa received much-needed funds for counseling services after the tragic loss of a police officer.

$25k

Law Enforcement Property, Evidence, and Audit Pilot

Designated for improving and enhancing evidence rooms and audits, the Law Enforcement Property and Evidence Pilot awarded grants to City of Burns ($5,000) and City of Tillamook ($5,000).

$50k

Law Enforcement Body Worn Camera

The Law Enforcement Body Worn Camera grant supported several members in purchasing body cameras: Baker City ($7,500), City of Brookings ($2,596), Clatsop County ($7,500), City of Independence ($10,000), City of Talent ($7,500), and City of Vernonia ($4,731).

$30k

Lexipol Public Safety Policy Management

Grant funds totaling $20,000 were allocated for Lexipol fire-related initiatives. While none were spent in 2023, funds are still available for the remainder of the fiscal year. Meanwhile Lexipol grants for police, totaling $10,000, were awarded to City of Gearhart, City of Powers, and City of Malin.