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Approval of Volunteers in Police Program
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SUMMARY:
The Police Department seeks approval from the Council to establish a Volunteers in Police (VIP) program. The goal is to have 20 volunteers in the program for school crossing guards, directing traffic at parades and accidents, vacation house checks, welfare checks, secretarial work, neighborhood patrols, and other non-confrontational police duties. There will be a cost for insurance of about $230 per person per year and a cost for uniforms. Some local businesses are expected to provide cars and equipment at no cost. Chief Shoap is prepared to make a presentation to Council, if Council desires.
BUDGET ACCOUNT: Included in the proposed 2016-17 budget
Recommended Action
NECESSARY COUNCIL ACTION: Approve Volunteers in Police Program