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City of 1� '� `/�„� Minnesota, USA Law Enforcement Functions - 2002 Overall Objectives • Deliver quality police service based on community expectations and law enforcement service standards • Maintain community confidence in the department so as to attract the necessary resources to continue the mission and enhance service delivery. • To create an atmosphere that deters individuals from committing offenses, and to reduce the opportunities for criminal activity. • To investigate reported offenses in an effort to identify and apprehend those responsible • To respond effectively and efficiently to the needs of the public 2002 Work Plan The work plan sets out the specific programs we foresee being instrumental in the Law Enforcement function in achieving its overall objectives. • To establish and maintain polices and practices which maximize the Department's ability to recruit, develop, motivate and retain the best officers and staff, and enable those people to maximize their potential • To improve the utilization of personnel ensuring coverage and efficient use of resources • To facilitate and expand the use of available community resources • To improve the ability of personnel to carry out their duties by providing the training necessary. Specific Program- 2002 The following specific programs are expected to be implemented in 2002. • Organize and operate the Sixth Annual Citizens Police Academy. • Work toward police department re- accreditation in 2002 • Career development and rotation for specific job specialties. • Work with the Administration, Council, and Community is an upgrade of physical facilities for law enforcement. • Explore enforcement techniques which may be brought to the 2003 budget for funding. • Develop a case disposition system to allow better tracking of cases allowing more and better information for the public. • Review departmental operations regarding dispatch, summer bike patrol, interrogation team, park cameras, and crime scene response III -3