Lost something in Cortland? Report it and we'll get it to the right place.
One report connects your lost item to the Cortland Police Department, SUNY Cortland's Lost & Found, local transit services, and community channels. Your report stays active for up to 12 months, searching for a match automatically.
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
New York : the holding period scales with the item's value: the more it is worth, the longer the police must keep it. A finder must deposit an item worth $20 or more at a police station within 10 days. (New York Personal Property Law §§252-253)
Across the United States
- Wrislet clutch gray/silver bag with documents · Chicago, IL, October 8
- Ring TM on top · Greensboro, NC, October 8
- Keys · Sarasota, FL, October 8
- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost Works in Cortland
You submit one report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We handle the details from there, no need to figure out who to call or what to file.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to the Cortland Police Department, SUNY Cortland University Police (if it happened on campus), transit lost & found desks, and relevant community networks in Cortland County.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period (12 months), your report continues to match against new found items, posts, and alerts. You get notified if a credible match appears, so you don't have to check every group and service yourself every day.
Where to report a lost item in Cortland
These are the official channels. ReportLost connects you to all of them in one step.
Cortland Police Department
File a lost property report with the city police. They hold items turned in by the public and investigate reports. We tell you which precinct covers your location and format your report for them.
SUNY Cortland Lost & Found
If you lost something on the SUNY Cortland campus (in the library, student center, residence halls, classrooms, or anywhere on campus), the University Police Lost & Found Department is your first stop. Open 24/7, they hold items and maintain detailed records. We make sure your report reaches them instantly.
Local Transit (Centro)
Lost something on a Centro bus in Cortland? Items left on buses are held at the transit office. Centro covers the city with regular service. We point you to their lost & found line and provide the exact route and bus details they'll need.
Cortland County Airport
If you lost an item at Cortland County Airport (Chase Field), contact the airport directly. Lost & found items are typically held for 30 days. We can help you identify what to report and where.
Lost Pet
If you've lost a cat, dog, or other pet in Cortland, time matters. The Cortland County SPCA and Animal Aid of Cortland hold strays and help reunite them with owners. Report immediately, and also file a priority lost pet report with us so the county's pet network stays alert.
City of Cortland
For general inquiries about lost property procedures, or to understand local lost & found policies, City Hall can direct you. We generate all the information you need to file effectively.
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Report your loss right now
The sooner you file, the sooner your report starts searching. Once it's submitted, you can step back. ReportLost handles the routing and keeps watching for you.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Cortland means navigating separate systems: the city police, SUNY campus police, Centro transit, the county airport, the SPCA, and scattered social groups. Coordinating calls and forms across all of them takes time you don't have, especially if you're stressed about a lost wallet, phone, ring, or pet.
ReportLost simplifies that. File once, and we alert the right Cortland offices, generate the exact information they need, and keep your report active in the background for months. While you move on, your signalement stays in circulation, matching your description against new found items and community posts automatically. You only hear from us if there's a real lead.
Common places where items go missing in Cortland
Report the location where you lost your item to help us connect you to the right lost & found service.
SUNY Cortland Campus
Dormitories, the library, student center, and academic buildings are high-traffic zones. Campus police log lost items 24/7.
Downtown Cortland (Court Street & Main Street)
Shops, offices, cafés, and banks in the downtown corridor. Local police handle lost property reports filed here.
Cortland County Office Building & Transit Hub
Central transit stop at 60 Central Ave where buses depart. Centro lost & found covers items left on buses or at the depot.
Cortland County Airport (Chase Field)
The small regional airport on NY Route 222. Items lost in terminals or at gates are held by airport management.
Restaurants, retail, and public spaces
Cafés, shops, and gathering places throughout the city. Many businesses keep found items for a period before turning them in to police.
Cortland community networks
Lost items and pets are often posted in local groups. ReportLost broadcasts to these channels automatically.
Facebook group dedicated to reuniting lost and found pets across Cortland County
Cortland neighbors post found items in local community networks; we ensure your report reaches active groups
Many Cortland residents use Nextdoor to report lost wallets, phones, and other items; your report can be shared there
Questions about lost & found in Cortland
How long does the Cortland Police Department hold lost items?
The city police typically hold unclaimed lost property for a standard period (check with the Police Department at 607-753-3001 for exact retention timelines). Items may be donated or disposed of after that period, so reporting quickly is important.
Does SUNY Cortland's Lost & Found keep items indefinitely?
SUNY Cortland University Police holds found items at Whitaker Hall, Room 110 (open 24/7). For how long items are kept before being disposed of, contact them at 607-753-2112 or upd@cortland.edu.
What happens if I lost something on a Centro bus?
Call Centro's lost & found at 607-605-5555 to ask if your item was turned in. They hold items for a period; the sooner you call, the better your chances.
How long does the Cortland County SPCA hold a lost pet?
Strays are held for a minimum of 5 days; some are held longer. Call the SPCA immediately at 607-753-9386 if your pet is missing, and also post in the Lost/Found Pets Cortland County group on Facebook.
Can ReportLost replace filing a police report?
ReportLost is not an official police or government service, but an independent tool that alerts the right Cortland offices and keeps your report active across multiple channels for months. You do not need to file a separate police report; we handle connecting you to them. For items of high value or if you need an official report for insurance, contact the Cortland Police Department directly at 607-753-3001.
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Filing a report is the first step. Once submitted, your loss is routed to the Cortland Police, SUNY campus police, transit, and community channels. Your report stays in circulation for months, matching against new found items without you having to check every service yourself.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Cortland Police Department, SUNY Cortland, Centro, Cortland County SPCA, Cortland County Airport, or the City of Cortland. We work to route reports to these official channels and keep your report active in community networks. For emergency inquiries or items of significant value, contact local authorities directly.