Community Service Unit (CSU)

Officers protecting duck habitat

The Community Service Unit (CSU) is a vital extension of the Marysville Police Department, addressing a wide range of non-emergency public safety concerns. Community Service Officers (CSOs) are specially trained and hold Special Commissions, enabling them to enforce animal and parking laws, assist with traffic and property-related issues, and support law enforcement through proactive service and response to lower-priority criminal cases.

 Established to strengthen the department's operational efficiency, the CSU serves as a dedicated support unit to Patrol Officers. By handling non-emergency and lower-priority calls, CSO's enhance citywide police presence, reduce emergency response times, and allow Patrol Officers to remain focused on active, high-priority incidents—ensuring smarter resource deployment across the board.

Animal law enforcement & welfareCommunity Service officer kissing dog

CSOs enforce both state and municipal animal laws, investigating civil and criminal violations, including:

  • Investigating crimes against animals, including abuse and neglect.
  • Handling civil issues such as leash law violations, noise complaints, injured or aggressive animals, and license enforcement.
  • Provide first-response support and coordinate rescue operations for injured or endangered wildlife incidents.

Parking & vehicle code enforcement

Community Service Officer walking towards a pulled over car. They maintain accessibility and safety in Marysville’s neighborhoods by enforcing parking regulations, including:

  • Addressing junk vehicles and impoundments.
  • Citing violations such as no parking zones, parking in fire lanes or handicap zones, and other right-of-way concerns.
  • Investigating abandoned vehicles on public property  

Response to criminal calls

Response to criminal callsCSOs respond to non-emergency criminal cases where the suspect is no longer present or suspect information is not currently known. They take witness statements, process scenes, take photos, and complete case reports. These include, but are not limited to:

                  • Theft
                  • Vehicle Prowl
                  • Malicious Mischief


Traffic safety & assistance

Community Service Officers help ensure roadway safety and efficiency:

  • Investigating traffic hazards such as downed signs, inoperable lights, blocking disabled vehicles, and hazardous road debris.
  • Assisting police officers at collision scenes.
  • Handling private property civil collisions by facilitating information exchanges.

Contact us 

Non-Emergency Contact: 425-407-3999
Address: Marysville Police Department, 501 Delta Avenue, Marysville, WA 98270
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

In an emergency, dial 911.

Additional Resources

Community Service Officers