What we do
Fast response when seconds matter most
Our officers respond quickly to emergencies and critical incidents to protect lives and restore safety.
Education, patrols, and community partnerships help reduce crime before it happens.
Access guidance, programs, and resources to help keep your neighborhood safe.
Smoke alarms save lives in your home
We install and test smoke alarms at no cost to ensure your family has early warning when danger strikes. Our crews check every room and teach you how to maintain them.
Questions
Find answers about our services and how we protect your community
Call 911 any time there is a life-threatening emergency — situations where someone's life, safety, or property is in immediate danger and a rapid response is needed. This includes:
- Medical emergencies – unconsciousness, difficulty breathing, chest pain, severe bleeding, stroke symptoms, or seizures
- Fire or explosion – in a home, vehicle, or public space
- Crime in progress – robbery, assault, break-in, or any violent situation
- Serious accidents – car crashes with injuries, falls from height, or industrial accidents
- Missing person in danger – especially a child or vulnerable adult
A fire escape plan identifies two exits from each room and a meeting spot outside. Practice the plan with your family so everyone knows what to do. Keep the plan simple and accessible for children and elderly members.
A police report may be needed for insurance claims, legal proceedings, or personal records. Here's how to get one:
Step 1: Identify the right agency Contact the law enforcement agency that responded to or took the original report — this could be your local police department, county sheriff's office, or state highway patrol, depending on where the incident occurred.
Step 2: Request the report You can typically obtain a copy through one of these methods:
- In person – Visit the records division of the relevant police department
- Online – Many departments offer report requests through their official website
- By mail – Submit a written request with incident details to the records division
- Third-party services – Some jurisdictions use platforms like LexisNexis or Coplogic for report access
Can Officers Visit My School or Neighborhood?
Yes — law enforcement officers regularly visit schools and neighborhoods as part of their commitment to community safety, education, and outreach.
In Schools: Many police departments have dedicated programs that bring officers into schools, including:
- School Resource Officers (SROs) — trained officers assigned full-time to a school to maintain safety, build relationships with students, and respond to incidents
- D.A.R.E. and prevention programs — educational initiatives focused on drug awareness, violence prevention, and making smart choices
- Career day and classroom visits — officers may speak to students about law enforcement, civic responsibility, and personal safety
Schools coordinate directly with local departments, so visit frequency and program availability vary by district.
In Neighborhoods: Officers also engage with communities outside of emergency response through:
- Community policing patrols — officers assigned to specific neighborhoods to build familiarity and trust with residents
- Neighborhood Watch support — law enforcement may help organize or participate in local watch programs
- Town halls and community meetings — many departments hold regular forums where residents can raise concerns and ask questions
- National Night Out — an annual event held the first Tuesday of August where officers engage with neighborhoods across the country
