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Police Chaplain <br />In my role as volunteer chaplain, <br />2021 resembled 2020 in regard to the <br />Covid-19 pandemic and necessary <br />safety protocols. <br />Being an immunocompromised <br />individual, Ineeded to follow CDC <br />extra protection measures in carrying <br />Chaplain <br />out my service to the officers and <br />Joel Heckman <br />communities. <br />During the year, although my in-person involvement remained somewhat limited due to <br />the pandemic, I was honored to participate in ride-alongs with three officers after their field <br />training was completed. Additionally, officers requested my assistance during four death <br />incidents in the community. As in the past, Fire Chaplain Rev. Patricia Clearence graciously <br />assisted when needed if I was unavailable. <br />Sharing a meal or coffee outdoors was more the norm during my interactions with the <br />officers as I was blessed during September to mark ten years serving as department <br />chaplain. <br />As required by the BCA, I completed CJIS training to ensure compliance with confidentiality <br />in having access to the department and work stations as a volunteer. While attending officer <br />roll calls and visiting with officers and staff,confidential information may be seen or shared <br />and my commitment to adhering to BCA guidelines is mandatory and documented. <br />Thankfully, none of the officers were injured or killed when an individual fired at the <br />department striking the building and a squad! I continue to uphold the officers, staff, and <br />governing group in prayer, mindful that those who have dedicated themselves to protect <br />and serve us need divine intervention as well as us caring for and supporting them in these <br />arduous times. <br />Chaplain Joel Heckman <br />2021 Annual Report CENTENNIAL LAKES POLICE DEPARTMENT <br />16 <br /> <br />