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dice i <br /> awl <br /> Receiving a call from an Anoka County Dispatcher or a <br /> Centennial Lakes Police Officer to assist at a traumatic crisis <br /> or death scene comes at any hour or day. When a request for <br /> assistance involves individuals or families personally known <br /> to me, as was the case during three incidents this year, I am <br /> most appreciative of the dedicated mentors who provided my <br /> training so that I might provide the comfort and support <br /> needed at such difficult and emotionally trying times. <br /> Congruently, all Centennial Lakes Officers are closely <br /> involved in our three communities and the greater Centennial <br /> area. This year was particularly demanding upon them as <br /> Chaplain Joel Heckman several traumatic incidents involved local citizens that they or <br /> their immediate family members have associated with. <br /> As such, many hours were dedicated to providing support, counsel, advice, spiritual and practical <br /> guidance to our officers and community members in conjunction with eight traumatic incidents. <br /> I count it an enormous privilege to serve alongside each Centennial Lakes Officer and Staff <br /> Member and I'm most thankful to them for their devoted service to our residents and those <br /> visiting our area. <br /> Nationwide, numerous negative media reports on police activities and actions have taken place. <br /> To those called to serve and who do so without prejudice and partiality, public guilt by <br /> association adds to the stress and demands of the job. One of many opportunities afforded to our <br /> neighborhoods by our steadfast officers is their vigilant patrol. As you have opportunity to <br /> interact with them, let them know of any concerns you may have and if appropriate share your <br /> support of them. <br /> While remembering our officers, support staff, administration, reserves, CERT team, operations <br /> committee, joint police governing board, mayors and councils in prayer remains ongoing and a <br /> major part of my support, my service of presence, understanding, healing and hope is brought to <br /> each traumatic crisis or death scene I am called to regardless of race, color, creed, religion, <br /> ancestry, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, disability, <br /> sexual orientation or familial status. <br /> Respectfully, MEQ I �. <br /> Joel Heckman <br /> Cenfennift(A c V06ce 196parfm t 12014 ANNUAL REPORT <br />