Buhler Police Department
219 N Main St
Buhler, KS 67522
For emergencies, dial 911.
For non-emergencies, dial (620) 543-6666.
Please do not contact staff on cell phones for police matters.
The Buhler Police Department provides 24 hour police protection and services, 365 days a year, to our citizens, businesses, schools, and visitors. The department has an authorized staff of three full-time officers. Officers of the Buhler Police Department are charged with enforcing the city ordinances of Buhler as well as state and federal laws. They work in partnership with the residents of Buhler to address community concerns and problems. Officers are commissioned by Reno County Sheriff Darrian Campell and can provide support to the Reno County Sheriff’s Office when requested or needed. Buhler officers also provide secondary support to other nearby law enforcement agencies as needed.
Chief
David Mathes
Officer
Marcus Schneider
Part-Time Officer
We, the members of the Buhler Police Department, are committed to excellence in law enforcement and are dedicated to the people, traditions, and diversity of our City. In order to protect life and property, prevent crime, and reduce the fear of crime, we will provide service with understanding, response with compassion, performance with integrity and law enforcement with vision.
RESPECT: Being considerate and professional with those we serve and those we stand beside.
COURAGE: Recognizing fear or danger and proceeding with calmness and firmness.
INTEGRITY: Holding True to what we believe is honest and right.
DEVOTION: Our commitment that all life is precious and worthy of our full attention.
From 1913-1973, the City of Buhler had an Officer referred to as a Marshal. The Marshal had two to three deputies, and occasionally a night watchman.
From 1973-1974, the Reno County Sheriff’s Department took over patrolling the City. In 1974, Reno County Deputy Ray Carey, a Buhler resident, became the official Buhler/Reno County Deputy. He served in this role until 1979.
In 1979, an official Buhler Police Department was established and F.L. (Bill) Samuels was hired as Police Chief. He served as Chief until 1984.
Vacation Watch
Going on vacation or leaving town for a few days? The Buhler Police Department will conduct extra patrols on your home while you are gone. Submit your vacation/extra watch request before you leave town.
Fingerprinting
The Buhler Police Department provides employment fingerprinting every weekday from 10am-5pm by appointment only.
Fingerprinting Service Fees:
- Buhler Resident: No Charge
- Non-Resident: $20.00