Chief Todd A. Taylor Sr.

ttaylor@chikamingtownship.org

Chief Taylor is a veteran law enforcement officer for the last 24-years, with the last 23-years in Chikaming Township. During his time of service with the Chikaming Township Police Department, he has earned the Medal of Honor, two Meritorious Action Awards, and an award for Bravery. Under Chief Taylor’s command and with the help of our team, we became the smallest police department in the state of Michigan to achieve state accreditation. Chief Taylor earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice Administration. Chief Taylor is currently enrolled as a law student Cooley Law School.

Lt. Jason Roe

jroe@chikamingtownship.org

Lt. Roe was born and raised in southwest Michigan. Following high school he attended Kalamazoo Valley Community College, obtaining an Associate’s Degree, with honors, in law enforcement. He then transferred to Western Michigan University graduating from with a BA, Magna Cum Laude, in criminal justice. Lt. Roe later obtained his MA in Criminal Justice Administration from the University of Alaska, Fairbanks. 

Lt. Roe worked for the Coloma Township Police Department for over 18 years as a Patrol Officer and Lieutenant, and while also being assigned to the Berrien County Homicide Task Force and the FBI Violent Crimes Task Force. Lt Roe retired from Coloma Township as Chief of Police in 2018. 

Lt. Roe also had the opportunity to attend several advanced trainings including Michigan State Police Leadership Development, Northwestern University Executive Management, Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police New Chief and Police Executive School, and Michigan State University School of Staff and Command.

Lt. Roe joined the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office and served as a road patrol Deputy and Benton Harbor High School Resource Deputy. 

Lt. Roe joined a civilian technology company in the drone industry, serving a variety of roles including assisting public safety at fire scenes, crime scenes, missing persons, and sensitive law enforcement operations. 

Lt. Roe retuned to law enforcement, choosing to accept a patrol position with the Chikaming Township Police Department in May of 2023. 

Your Police Officers

Officer Jeremiah Mansfield

jmansfield@chikamingtownship.org

Officer Mansfield graduated from Spring Arbor University in the fall of 2018 with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. Officer Mansfield attended Lansing Community college, receiving his MCOLES certification in 2019. Officer Mansfield began his law enforcement career in Lansing Michigan in 2019. Officer Mansfield was hired by the Chikaming Township Police Department in August of 2021. Officer Mansfield has a passion for serving those around him and is truly grateful for this opportunity to give back to the community of Chikaming. Officer Mansfield continues to gain experience and knowledge so that he can better serve the community.

Officer Danielle Brown

dbrown@chikamingtownship.org

Danielle has worked in Criminal Justice for over 15 years with numerous certifications, skills, and experiences.  Some of the many job skills she has experienced in are; the ability to work well with others, excellent decision-making skills in a highly stressful environment, meeting deadlines, and successfully coordinating tasks in a fast-paced environment. During Danielle’s 6.5 years of employment with the Indiana State Prison (IDOC), she seized every opportunity to grow and advance in job status by being trained in multiple departments, as well as completing multiple facility classes. Danielle was promoted to the Training Instructor for new hires and veteran staff . She was promoted to the Safety Hazard and Fire Manager for the Indiana Department of Corrections, where oversaw and trained 20 inmate firefighters, working closely with state fire marshals. Danielle has one son, Braden , a stepdaughter, Journey, and is married to her wife. They enjoy traveling, new adventures, Lake Michigan, and the outdoors.  Danielle plans to strive her hardest and to the best of her abilities becoming one of Chikaming Township’s proudest Police Officers, possible.  Working together as a team to serve and protect areas close to home is why Danielle wanted to become a Chikaming Police Officer.

Officer Justin Hagman School Resource Officer

jhageman@chikamingtownship.org

Justin and his wife and three kids moved from Oregon last July to southwest Michigan.  Justin's dad grew up spending his summers in Chikaming Township and has lots of family in the area.  Justin grew up visiting the area during summers and always loved it. Justin previously worked in Oregon in Law Enforcement for just under 7 years.  He has experience working with the Mobile Crisis Response Team, which had a mental health worker riding with him and specialized responding to calls which were mental health related and follow-ups with those clients.  Justin also was in the Oregon Air National Guard for 6 years as an airport and structural firefighter.

Police Cadet Carson Taylor

ctaylor@chikamingtownship.org

Carson Taylor, a lifelong resident of Three Oaks, Michigan, graduated from River Valley High School in 2020. His dedication to public service began in 2019 when he joined the Chikaming Township Fire Department as a firefighter. Recently, Carson set his sights on a career in law enforcement and joined the Chikaming Township Police Department as a police cadet in October. He has since begun field training and will attend the Kalamazoo Valley Community College Police Academy in January. Upon graduating in April, Carson will become a licensed police officer, proudly earning his badge.

Police Cadet Natalie Bibb

Your Reserve Officers

Reserve Captain Greg Nelson

Reserve Captain Nelson has been with the Chikaming Police Department since 2014. Nelson was promoted to Reserve Corporal in 2021 to Reserve Captain in 2023. Nelson has an associate degree in criminal justice from Grand Rapids Community College. Nelson is also on the Weesaw Township Fire Department

Reserve Officer Jeff Grant

jgrant@chikamingtownship.org

Reserve officer Jeff Grant’s diverse background illustrates a commitment to both public service and financial expertise. His tenure in the United States Army demonstrates his dedication to serving his country, while his transition to the financial service industry underscores his adeptness in retirement investment and financial planning. With over two decades of experience in retirement goal planning, income planning, social security, and Medicare, Reserve Officer Jeff Grant is well-equipped to offer valuable insights and guidance to his clients. Furthermore, Officer Jeff Grant’s role as a Reserve Police Officer with the Chikaming Township Police Department for the past five years showcases his ongoing commitment to public safety and community service. This blend of military, law enforcement, and financial expertise likely equips Reserve Officer Grant with a unique perspective on risk management, discipline, and strategic planning, all of which are invaluable traits in both the financial services industry and public service roles.

Photo Credit: Harrington’s Photography, Three Oaks, MI

Reserve Officer Waskevich

Requests for Police Reports and General Forms

State of Michigan Traffic Crash reports will not be released by the police department. To obtain a copy of a State of Michigan TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT, please click HERE, then click on the TCPS icon and follow the instructions.

All other police reports must be requested under the Freedom of Information Act (“FOIA”). Click here to fill out a FOIA REQUEST and email your FOIA request to the Chief of Police.

Under Chikaming Township Ordinance 138, all alarms in the township must be registered. Please click here to register your alarm system ALARM PERMIT APPLICATION. To review the ordinance, please click the button below.

From October 1st to April 1st, our staff is happy to check your property while you are away. If you wish your property checked during these months, please click on PROPERTY INSPECTION form and email it to the Chief of Police.

Annual and Monthly Police Department Statistics

The Chikaming Township CodeRED Emergency Notification System provides the public with the ability to receive voice, text, and/ or email notifications generated by government and public safety officials. This feature allows our community to receive emergency alerts concerning impeding severe weather, swimming risks, or other hazards affecting the township. Please click on the picture above to get registered!

Department Notes and Updates

The Chikaming Township Board, understanding the staffing issues facing police departments all over the state, approved the department’s Paid Cadet Program. This program will allow recruits to join the police department prior to appointment to the police academy. These recruits will start field training, and serve our community in various ways. Moreover, this program gives them an opportunity to feel out our great community and the department it serves to see if we are a good fit. Additionally, it gives the department an opportunity to assess whether the recruit will blend well and fit in with the culture of the department and the township. If the recruit is successful during the cadet training, they will be appointed to the police academy to start their basic police training. Once they graduate, they will again be placed in field training. If they are successful in field training, they will be appointed as patrol officers.

The good news is we have found two recruits who we believe will blend well and fit in with the culture of the department and the township. If they are successful in the cadet program, they will begin their police academy journey in January. We would like to thank our Township Board for all of their support of their police department. We will update our community on their journey through this process. Chikaming Township is truly a great place to work!