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<br />Public Safety <br />Police and Fire services were not mentioned in the original document and most people <br />take it for granted because of the exceptional service. The dedication of our firefighters <br />and police officers is without question -- superb. <br /> <br />Centerville has a full contingent of dedicated, trained firefighters with modern equipment <br />to provide prevention, protection, and medical assistance. By combining with Lino <br />Lakes and Circle Pines in the Centennial Fire Department, citizens receive quality, cost <br />efficient fire services. <br /> <br />The Centennial Lakes Police Department combines the cities of Centerville, Circle <br />Pines and Lexington into a 16-member force. The Department is dedicated to <br />community policing, prevention and safety through education, citizen involvement in <br />neighborhood watch programs, and thorough investigation, apprehension, and <br />prosecution of criminals. <br /> <br />Public safety will always be the first priority for any community. Centerville, in <br />cooperation with our partner cities must continue to invest in our firefighters and officers <br />to maintain training proficiency, adopt new technologies, and quickly respond to <br />emergencies. <br /> <br />Action Taken: <br />. The need for a reliable tornado siren was identified in the goals process and will be <br />purchased and installed by summer 2001. <br />. The County has performed a safety study concerning the stop sign at Centerville <br />Road and Main Street. Council is waiting for recommendations. <br />. Although not identified in the goal process, an emergency snow removal policy was <br />adopted by Council in 2001. <br />. Council members discussed 135E Highway 14 traffic safety with Senator Krentz. <br /> <br />On the Horizon: <br />. A new radio system for Countywide dispatching is needed now <br /> <br />. Additional police officers as the community continues to grow <br />