The Shively Police Department is a 24-hour, state accredited law-enforcement agency. We have been proudly serving the citizens of this city since it's incorporation in 1938. The City of Shively covers approximately 22 square miles in Jefferson County, KY with an approximate residential population of 16,000. Staffing consists of our Chief, Assistant Chief, 3 platoons for patrol, 2 detectives, 4 part-time officers, 2 chaplains and a full service communications section.