The Canyon Police Department (CPD) has officially moved into its new headquarters at 1401 4th Avenue, the former GoldStar Building. The department is now fully operational in the new location, with the public lobby open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Visitors can access the building through the south-side entrance facing 4th Avenue.
Residents can contact CPD at (806) 655-5005 for non-emergencies or call 911 in case of emergencies.
New Location, Future Plans
The City of Canyon purchased the building in March 2024 using a combination of city reserves and federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. However, the renovations needed to fully modernize the facility are tied to an upcoming $14 million public safety bond election set for May 3, 2025.
If approved, the bond will fund renovations for the new police headquarters and improvements to the Canyon Fire Department, including:
Upgrading Fire Station #1 with interior and exterior enhancements
Building a new fire department training facility with a classroom, barn, and burn house
Expanding firefighter parking and fitness space
Redeveloping city space for Planning and Development and Public Works
Why Canyon Needs the Bond
Canyon’s population has doubled in the past 50 years to 16,000 residents, increasing demand on emergency services. City Manager Joe Price explained that both departments are stretched thin.
"We’ve been looking at these issues for a decade,” Price said. “Our fire department lacks proper sleeping quarters for 24/7 staffing, and our police department is operating out of a building never meant for law enforcement. This bond would allow us to modernize and grow with the city.”
Impact on Taxpayers
If the bond is approved, taxpayers will see an increase of about $242 per year for the average homeowner. The city estimates an annual debt service payment of just over $1 million at an interest rate of 4.5% over 20 years.
To help residents understand the financial impact, the city has launched a tax rate calculator on its website and is distributing information through mailers, community presentations, and a billboard on I-27.
Community Input & Next Steps
City officials are actively gathering public feedback. A Flash Vote survey with over 450 participants is collecting opinions on the proposed projects. Officials are also hosting meetings and speaking at local events, such as a recent presentation to the Canyon Rotary Club.
Mayor Gary Hinders emphasized the importance of the investment, saying, "We have 50-year-old facilities that no longer meet our needs. Investing in public safety could even reduce homeowners’ insurance costs, potentially offsetting some of the tax impact.”
A Historic Vote
This is only the second bond election in Canyon’s history. The first, approved in 2016, funded the Canyon Aqua Park, now a popular community feature.
Residents are encouraged to review the bond details, attend meetings, and ask questions ahead of the vote. Communications Director Megan Nelson stressed the importance of informed decision-making: “This is an investment in the safety and future of our community.”
