Chilhowie, Valley of Many Deer Town of ChilhowieSmyth County, Virginia

Town Hall 276-646-3232

Police & Fire

The Chilhowie Police Department and the Chilhowie Fire Department and EMS serve the town and well beyond it, into Smyth and Washington counties. In an emergency, call 911.

Chilhowie Police Department

A Chilhowie Police cruiser parked above the valley and the mountains beyond

From the Chief

“On behalf of the men and women of the Chilhowie Police Department: Welcome to our website! Thank you for taking time to familiarize yourself with our organization.

I have been fortunate to serve the public for the past twenty- six years and was honored to be chosen as the Town of Chilhowie’s Chief of Police in January of 2021. Being from this area I was already aware of the strong sense of community Chilhowie possessed and I believe that in order for a department to address community problems they must work in partnership with its citizens. CPD will work to form and strengthen our relationships in the community and as your chief of police, I will always listen to your needs and strive to be open and honest with members of the community as well as the men and women with whom I serve.

I encourage you to contact me with ideas you may have on how our department can better serve the town and welcome all comments and complaints as well. Feel free to stop by my office at 325 E. Lee Highway in the upper lever of the Chilhowie Municipal Building. I look forward to serving the citizens of Chilhowie and look forward to getting to know those we serve.” – Andrew Moss, Chilhowie Chief of Police

Mission

Through growing our community partnerships, we realize mutually beneficial goals which improve the quality of life for all those who live, work, and visit the Town of Chilhowie.

Values

  • Honesty: We are committed to truthfulness in all our actions and communications. Integrity begins with transparency, and we pledge to be open, candid, and truthful with the community, our colleagues, and ourselves.
  • Integrity: We adhere to the highest ethical standards, always doing what is right, even when no one is watching. Our integrity is the foundation of our trust with the community, and we will uphold it in every decision we make on ensuring our actions reflect our commitment to justice and fairness.
  • Courage: We face challenges head-on with the courage to make difficult decisions, act in the best interests of our community, and stand up for what is right. Our courage is not just physical but moral, as we strive to do the right thing, even when it is not the easiest path.
  • Accountability: We take responsibility for our actions, both individually and as a department. We hold ourselves accountable to the community we serve, to each other, and to the highest standards of law enforcement. We recognize that accountability builds trust, and it is essential to earning and maintaining the respect of the public.
Andrew K. Moss, Police Chief

Andrew K. Moss

Police Chief

276-646-3232
amoss@chilhowieva.gov

Chilhowie Fire Department and EMS

The Chilhowie Fire Department station on East Lee Highway, its ambulances, engines and ladder truck lined up out front

Mission

The members of the Town of Chilhowie Fire & EMS Department are dedicated to those who visit, live or work in the Town of Chilhowie and surrounding areas. Through our proactive service delivery, we strive to deliver responsive and caring emergency services; mitigate emergencies and disasters; prevent the loss of life and property; and enhance the quality of life through prevention, education and community involvement.

Three new Chilhowie Fire Department members in navy uniforms, standing in front of the department's Chilhowie Fire banner
New members at the 2023 awards ceremony

C. David Haynes

Fire/EMS Chief

276-646-3131
dhaynes@chilhowieva.gov