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Presentation and recognition of National Volunteer Appreciation Week, April 20-26, 2025.
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Summary:
In 2024, the Deer Park Citizen’s Police Academy Alumni Association (DPCPAAA) and Volunteers in Police Service (VIPS) logged a total of 1,818 hours with the Police Department working traffic control at parades, assisting in Evidence and Property, helping with the Peace Officer Memorial, tracking/maintaining inventory for departmental uniforms and equipment, performing vehicle equipment inspections, assisting with Vacation Safety School, hosting our Back the Blue BBQ Cook off fundraiser, and maintaining training certificates and educational advancements for staff. Our Volunteer Chaplain Program also added to our total number of volunteer hours whether they were responding to call outs, or attending police swearing-in or promotional ceremonies. This is equal to one (1) full time positions donated for greater service to the citizens of Deer Park and their Police Department.
In conjunction with Volunteer Appreciation Week, April 20-26, 2025 we would like to recognize all of our volunteers who selflessly contributed their time to the Deer Park Police Department and the City of Deer Park.
Fiscal/Budgetary Impact:
N/A.
Recommended action:
Recognize volunteers.