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Gem Lake News Page 2 of 6 For instance, the Sheriff's Department recently took part in training on "active shooter situations" in terms of building cooperative tactical response. This could cover such incidents as a school shooting. Another example of staying current with training and technology comes into play due to the layout of Ramsey County. With 82 lakes over 18 square miles of area, water rescues are not uncommon, even in the winter. To assist in situations where someone has fallen through the ice on a county lake, the department recently purchased a new type of inflatable water rescue vehicle that should make these situations safer for everyone involved. During his meeting with the Gem Lake City Council, Bostrom gave a short presentation on the Sheriff's Department in general, during which he reviewed the functions of its five divisions. The Administration Division coordinates all functions of the Sheriff's office and supports operations by providing resources, direction, policy and leadership. The Court and Security Division is committed to protecting and serving both the public and the judiciary system with skill and integrity. The Detention Services Division creates a safe, secure and humane environment for detainees and staff, and promotes public safety together with other agencies. The Public Safety Services Division promotes public safety through awareness, enforcement and education. The department is committed to strong community partnerships. The Regional Special Services Division delivers specialized law enforcement capabilities to the Sheriff's Office and supports other agencies through the region with those capabilities. At his recent meeting with Gem Lake, he made a point of reviewing the primary values and goals of the Sheriff's Office, which include: Sheriff Bostrom Looks to Future (continued from page 1) 1.) providing safety through community policing, 2.) restoring trust through fiscal responsibility, 3.) collaborating with local law enforcement, 4.) encouraging diversity to reflect the community, 5.) improving service through technology, and 6.) connecting with youth to build the future. Matt Bostrom was elected Sheriff of Ramsey County on November 2, 2010 and took office on January 3 of 2011. He sought the office of Sheriff based upon a vision for law enforcement and public safety that encompasses the community. With this in mind, Matt is known for frequently reaching out to the contract cities within Ramsey County that use the Sheriff's services for law enforcement, such as Gem Lake. Sheriff Bostrom has nearly 29 years of law enforcement experience at the St. Paul Police Department with service as a police officer, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Commander, Senior Commander, Chief of Staff and much more. He received a Master of Education from St. Thomas and a doctorate in Public Administration from Hamline University.