Lost something in Ukiah? Report it and let us handle the search.
One report sent to the Ukiah Police Department, local animal shelters, Mendocino Transit, and active community channels. Your report stays active, continuously matching against new found items and alerts.
What did you lose?
If there isn’t an adequate suggestion, select “Other – My item isn’t listed” and enter the item’s category. You can provide details later.
Publishing your report is free and your details stay private. The assisted search is a separate paid service, described in the Terms.
Recent activity
California : found property must be held by law enforcement for at least 90 days before it can pass to the finder, be auctioned or disposed of. (California Civil Code §2080.2)
Across the United States
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- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works in Ukiah
You report the loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details that matter most for a successful search.
We route to the right places
Your report goes directly to the Ukiah Police Department, Ukiah Animal Shelter, Mendocino Transit, and shared across local lost and found channels so the right people see it immediately.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period, your report stays active and automatically cross-references new found items, posts, and alerts. You don't have to check Facebook groups or call around every day, we do it for you.
Where to report a lost item in Ukiah
Each of these channels handles lost items separately. ReportLost notifies them all at once.
Ukiah Police Department
The Police Department maintains a lost and found for items turned in or recovered. Property is normally released Monday through Friday. We identify the correct precinct and generate the details you'll need when you call.
Call Records Division|Police Website|Main Non-Emergency Number
City of Ukiah
City Hall manages central lost and found inquiries and can direct you to the right department depending on where your loss occurred, whether at a municipal facility, civic center, or public space.
Mendocino Transit Authority
If you left something on a Mendocino Transit bus or at a transit stop in Ukiah, MTA's customer service team can check their lost and found. Items are typically held for 30 days. We provide the exact info they'll ask for.
Ukiah Municipal Airport
For items left at Ukiah Municipal Airport, contact the airport office directly. They maintain a lost and found for passengers and visitors.
Lost or Found Pet
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet in Ukiah, the Ukiah Animal Shelter and active local pet recovery networks are your first stop. The Ukiah Animal Shelter can scan for microchips and help coordinate a broader search. Time matters with pets, so file a priority lost pet report to alert shelters and the community immediately.
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The sooner you report, the sooner the search begins
Once your item is reported, our team takes it from there. No need to juggle phone calls or wait in line, your report is already working for you across all the channels that matter in Ukiah.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Ukiah means reaching out to multiple places separately, police dispatch, the animal shelter, transit lost and found, and hoping someone posts about your item on Facebook. By the time you contact everyone, days may have passed, and each organization operates independently, making it easy for your loss to slip through the cracks.
ReportLost simplifies this. One report, submitted once, reaches the Ukiah Police Department, the Ukiah Animal Shelter, Mendocino Transit, and active local community channels all at the same time. Better yet, your report doesn't expire after a single day, it stays active for up to a year, continuously checking new found items and alerts against your description, so you can move forward with confidence.
Common places where items are lost in Ukiah
These neighborhoods and landmarks are where people most often report losses. Your report will help cover these areas and beyond.
Downtown Ukiah & State Street
The heart of Ukiah's retail and dining district, where wallets, phones, and personal items are frequently left in shops, restaurants, and on the sidewalk.
Civic Center (Seminary Avenue)
City Hall and municipal buildings along Seminary Avenue, where IDs, documents, and keys are sometimes left during city business or at the police department.
Ukiah Municipal Airport & South State Street
The airport area and surrounding commercial zone where travel items, keys, and valuables are lost during check-in or parking.
Parks & Recreation Areas
Ukiah's parks and public spaces are common places to lose phones, rings, and personal items during outdoor activities.
Transit Stops & Bus Routes
Mendocino Transit bus stops and vehicles throughout Ukiah where commuters frequently leave bags, phones, and everyday items.
Community and social channels for lost items
Ukiah residents actively share lost and found posts on these platforms. ReportLost can post to many of them at once.
Facebook group focused on reuniting lost and found pets with their owners
Active Facebook community covering the broader Mendocino County area
Official updates and lost pet posts from the Ukiah Animal Shelter
Neighborhood-level alerts and lost item posts shared by local residents
Ukiah community groups and neighborhood pages where residents post found items
Frequently asked questions about lost items in Ukiah
How long does the Ukiah Police Department keep lost and found items?
The Ukiah Police Department typically holds property Monday through Friday. For specific retention timelines, call their Records Division at 707-463-6259 to confirm how long they've been holding your item.
If I lose something on a Mendocino Transit bus, how do I retrieve it?
Call Mendocino Transit Authority customer service at 707-462-1422 to report your loss and ask them to check the bus or lost and found. Items are generally held for 30 days before disposal.
Can I file a lost item report online with the Ukiah Police Department?
The Ukiah Police Department prefers phone contact for lost and found inquiries. Call their Records Division at 707-463-6259 or the non-emergency line at 707-463-6262 to report and track your item.
What should I do if I lost a pet in Ukiah?
Contact the Ukiah Animal Shelter immediately at 707-463-4427 and ask them to check for your pet. Post to the Ukiah Lost/Found Pets Facebook groups and check their lost pet listings. ReportLost can alert all of these channels at once with a priority lost pet report.
How long does ReportLost keep my report active?
You choose a 6-month or 12-month search period when you file your report. During that entire time, your report stays active and automatically checks new found items, posts, and alerts against your description. You don't have to renew or follow up, we're searching for you.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not part of the Ukiah Police Department or any government agency. We complement official channels by centralizing your report and routing it to the right places at once, then keeping it active for months. You're still working with the official lost and found systems, we just make it easier and faster.
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Start your report now
The sooner you report your lost item, the sooner Ukiah's lost and found systems, community networks, and ReportLost's active search begin working on your behalf. Every hour matters, and every channel counts.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Ukiah Police Department, City of Ukiah, Mendocino Transit Authority, Ukiah Municipal Airport, Ukiah Animal Shelter, or any other local agency. We help you report lost items to these official channels and maintain an active search across community platforms, but we do not represent them. Always verify contact information and policies directly with the relevant organization.