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IACP/MOTOROLA WEBBER SEAVEY AWARDFOR QUALITY IN LAW ENFORCEMENT

OCTOBER 2014 SUMMARY OF THE TOP TWENTY-FIVE PROGRAMS


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CONGRATULATIONS to theseaward recipients, as well as allentrants in this years program.The men and women who servein these agencies are to becommended for their dedicationand commitment to theircommunity and profession.


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TABLE OF CONTENTS

2014 JUDGES ...................................................................................................................................................................6

INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................................................7

WINNERS

HAMILTON POLICE SERVICEHamilton, Ontario, Canada ACTION Strategy Initiative..........................................................................................................................................8

MILWAUKEE POLICE DEPARTMENTMilwaukee, WisconsinStudents Talking it Over with Police (STOP) Program..................................................................................................8

RIALTO POLICE DEPARTMENTRialto, California Body-Worn Camera Program......................................................................................................................................9

FINALISTS

ASHLAND POLICE DEPARTMENTAshland, Oregon You Have Options Program.......................................................................................................................................10

CANTON TOWNSHIP POLICE DEPARTMENTCanton, Michigan Policing with Purpose...............................................................................................................................................10

DEARBORN POLICE DEPARTMENTDearborn, Michigan Faith Based Organization Outreach Program............................................................................................................11

FLOWER MOUND POLICE DEPARTMENTFlower Mound, TexasI.N. the Know (Identify and Notify) Program.............................................................................................................11

NEW CASTLE COUNTY DIVISION OF POLICENew Castle, DelawareTargeted Analytic Policing System (TAPS)................................................................................................................12

NEW ZEALAND POLICEWellington, New ZealandPacic Prevention of Domestic Violence Programme (PPDVP)..................................................................................12

PALM BEACH GARDENS POLICE DEPARTMENTPalm Beach Gardens, FloridaFrog-et Me Not Program...........................................................................................................................................13


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SEMIFINALISTS

ALVIN POLICE DEPARTMENTAlvin, TexasDoor Hanger Program...............................................................................................................................................14

BELTON POLICE DEPARTMENTBelton, TexasRUOK? Program........................................................................................................................................................14

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, FULLERTON POLICE DEPARTMENTFullerton, CaliforniaStudent Housing Crime Prevention and Resource Center Program ..........................................................................15

GREENVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENTGreenville, TexasSummer of Safety Program......................................................................................................................................15

HALTON REGIONAL POLICE SERVICEOakville, Ontario, CanadaDont Be a Zombie to Crime Prevention Campaign ....................................................................................................16

HONOLULU POLICE DEPARTMENTHonolulu, HawaiiAlakai Akamai Makai (Intelligence Led Policing)....................................................................................................16

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETYDes Moines, IowaI-80 Challenge..........................................................................................................................................................17

LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFFS DEPARTMENT - CARSON STATIONCarson, CaliforniaGang Diversion Team...............................................................................................................................................17

MARYLAND STATE POLICEPikesville, MarylandRegional Automated Property Information Database (RAPID).................................................................................18

NEW HAVEN DEPARTMENT OF POLICE SERVICESNew Haven, ConnecticutWarrant Initiative/Safe Surrender Program..............................................................................................................18

OFFICE OF INSURANCE COMMISSIONER - SPECIAL INVESTIGATIONS UNITTumwater, WashingtonSIU Case & Management System (SCaMS)............................................................................................................19


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OHIO STATE HIGHWAY PATROLColumbus, OhioSHIELD Detail Program.............................................................................................................................................19

ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICEAurora, Ontario, CanadaUnmanned Aerial Vehicle Scene Mapping Program................................................................................................20

REDWOOD CITY POLICE DEPARTMENTRedwood City, CaliforniaProject SAFE.............................................................................................................................................................20

SAN DIEGO SHERIFFS DEPARTMENTSan Diego, California

Intelligence Led Policing ............................................................................................................................................21LISTING OF ALL 2014 AWARD APPLICANTS ..........................................................................................22-23

SEND FOR YOUR 2015 APPLICATION ..........................................................................INSIDE BACK COVER

Visit our website at www.theiacp.org for detailed proles of winners and nalists.


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A SPECIAL THANKS to the judges in this years award competition for fostering the tradition of qualitin law enforcement.

2014 JUDGES

CHIEF JAMIE HERRINGUniversity of North CarolinaGreensboro Police DepartmentGreensboro, North Carolina

ACCREDITATION AND GRANTSMANAGER LEONARD JASTERVillage of Hanover Park Police DepartmentHanover Park, Illinois

CHIEF RODNEY JONESFontana Police DepartmentFontana, California(2012 IACP/Motorola Webber Seavey Winner)

CHIEF GILL KENDRICKJackson Police DepartmentJackson, Tennessee

CHIEF JOHN NESKYBowie Police DepartmentBowie, Maryland

COMMANDER MICHAEL OHLighthouse Point Police DepartmentLighthouse Point, Florida(2012 IACP/Motorola Webber Seavey Winner)

CHIEF MARGARET RYANDryden Police DepartmentDryden, New York

DEPUTY CHIEF GARY SCHOFIELDLas Vegas Metropolitan Police DepartmentLas Vegas, Nevada(2011 IACP/Motorola Webber Seavey Winner)

DEPUTY CHIEF BRIAN SIMPSONEdmonton Police ServiceEdmonton, Alberta, Canada(2013 IACP/Motorola Webber Seavey Winner)


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QUALITY IN POLICE WORK is a critical factor in the well-being and safety of ourcommunities. The IACP/Motorola Webber Seavey Award for Quality in Law Enforcementpromotes and recognizes quality performance by agencies around the globe. Theaward is named for Chief of Police Webber S. Seavey, the IACPs rst president, whoexemplied the dedication to the profession and problem-solving that his namesake hasbeen established to honor.

Most important, the IACP/Motorola Webber Seavey Award Program helps agenciesexchange ideas and solutions so that others can learn and benet. It is this sharing thatis the ultimate goal of the award program. To foster this exchange of solutions, programabstracts from the three winners, seven nalists and fteen seminalists appear on thefollowing pages. There is also a project leader to contact for additional information. Asa department determines it needs a new or different method to address a communityproblem, it can refer to this abstract book for additional ideas.

If you are interested in entering next years program, please refer to back cover forinformation on how to receive an application. Its an opportunity to learn and competewith the best of the best.

SHARING SUCCESSFULSOLUTIONS


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HAMILTON POLICE SERVICEHamilton, Ontario, Canada

Chief of Police Glenn De Caire

ACTION Strategy Initiative

Several studies concluded this city had potential, but there was a need to restore safety and security in the downtowncore, which had become a hot spot for violent crime. Analysis revealed that ofcers continued to encounter repeatoffenders and at-risk individuals. To develop alternative options to arrest, an evaluation was conducted into internal andexternal factors and stakeholders. Provincial and federal government grants provided the revenue to implement a crimeprevention strategy in a city with very tight budget restrictions. Highly visible ofcers on foot and bike addressed violencrime and disorder issues. Uniformed volunteer auxiliary ofcers were deployed in the core for over 1,400 hours. The poservice also worked with several partners to develop a street-level proactive wrap-around social service solution to help

break the cycle of arrests. The strategy has led to a decrease in crime and an increase in the perception of safety andsecurity. The downtown area is already in the process of revitalization.

Project Leader: Inspector W. Scott RastinPhone: (905) 540-6240Email: [email protected]

MILWAUKEE POLICE DEPARTMENTMilwaukee, Wisconsin

Chief of Police Edward A. Flynn

Students Talking it Over with Police (STOP) Program

This school-based program addresses the relationship between young leaders, ages 12-17, and police with the goal ofdecreasing an initial volatile interaction while cultivating sustainable positive relationships. For one hour per day, oneday per week, for seven weeks, ofcers educate juveniles on not only the nature of police work, but also on how toappropriately communicate and interact with ofcers. A process and outcome evaluation assesses measurable effects ofthe training. Analysis results indicate that STOP is successful in improving general knowledge, proper behavior during apolice stop and a better perception of the police. Ofcers are aware that juveniles have been informed of the appropriateways in which police should act, thereby creating a two-way accountability mechanism. Approximately 94 percent of

participants reported feeling better about the police after taking part in the program.

Project Leader: Police Sergeant Denmark MorrisonPhone: (414) 935-7876 Fax: (414) 935-7109Email: [email protected]

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WINNERS

RIALTO POLICE DEPARTMENTRialto, California

Chief of Police William (Tony) Farrar

Body-Worn Camera Program

This partnership-based, yearlong study evaluated the effects of body-worn video cameras on police use-of-force andofcer complaints. The randomized controlled trial represents the rst experimental evaluation of body-worn videocameras used in police patrol practices. Frontline ofcers participated in the experiment and wore HD cameras. All datafrom the cameras were collated using a web-based computerized video management system. Comparing similar 12-monthtime frames, the study revealed signicant reductions: Use of force incidents were reduced by 87.5 percent and complaintswere reduced by 59 percent. Additionally, public contacts by ofcers increased by 3,200. Analysis of a second year ofdata showed little change to the experimental year results. This scientic approach to dealing with police misconduct

introduces the concept of testing and evaluating new initiatives.

Project Leader: Chief Tony FarrarPhone: (909) 421-7212 Fax: (909) 421-7257Email: [email protected]

Were excited to recognize the three winners of this years Webber SeaveyAward. The recipients of this award are held in high esteem as theyexemplify the dedication of IACPs 1st President, Chief Webber S. Seavey,who sought to improve the quality of life in local communities throughinnovation and problem solving.

Yost Zakhary , IACP President,Alexandria, Virginia


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FINALISTS

ASHLAND POLICE DEPARTMENTAshland, Oregon

Chief of Police Terry HoldernessYou Have Options Program

This department launched a new, long-term campaign to increase sexual assault reporting. The partnered approach seeksto eliminate common obstacles, such as condentiality and fear of not being believed, that prevent the majority of sexualassault victims from reporting their experience. Since implementation, this straightforward, successful concept documenteda 106 percent increase in sexual assault reporting. Victims are given the ability to clearly control dened elements of theinvestigation, such as who is actually contacted. Options for victim-centered reporting include information-only, partialinvestigation and complete investigation. Victim access to advocacy and medical care is given the highest priority. Whileevaluating the growth of the program, the department monitored the rate in which sexual assault reporting increased and ifthat new increase remained constant or continued to grow. The project is available to police and non-police organizations.

Project Leader: Detective Carrie HullPhone: (541) 482-5211 Fax: (541) 488-6008Email: [email protected]

CANTON TOWNSHIP POLICE DEPARTMENTCanton, MichiganDirector of Public Safety Todd L. Mutchler

Policing with Purpose

While already ranked as the 33rd safest community for its demographic in the nation, this department set out to make Cantothe safest community in the country in just 5 years. The goal was to reduce part 1 crimes by 40 percent. Several uniquemanagement philosophies and tools are used, including CompStat, CrimeView Dashboard, action plan policing and outreachinitiatives, such as Coffee with a Cop. This approach allows the department to continually identify, monitor and combat crimas it occurs. A critical failure in the past was being a step behind with respect to criminal activity. Two fairly simple actionscorrected this problem: 1) a method to accurately and efciently share information, and 2) weekly CompStat meetings. Inthe rst year of implementation, part 1 crimes dropped by 13.9 percent and have continued to fall in the following years. Theprogram allows the department to operate more effectively and with better results, utilizing fewer ofcers with a lower costto the taxpayers.

Project Leader: Sergeant Michael KennedyPhone: (734) 394-5400, ext 1563 Fax: (734) 394-5405Email: [email protected]


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DEARBORN POLICE DEPARTMENTDearborn, Michigan

Chief of Police Ronald HaddadFaith Based Organization Outreach Program

This city and the surrounding areas of southeastern Michigan are home to the largest concentrated Arab populationsoutside of the Middle East. The terrorist attacks of September 11 had a polarizing effect on this diverse community, sparkingsignicant community concern and escalating public distrust of law enforcement. Then several groups of religious activistschose the city as their venue for spreading their messages of disdain against non-Christian faiths. Citizen feedback suggestedmore effective ways were needed to establish positive relationships with faith based organizations to ensure public safety.A project team met with community religious leaders as well as local, state and federal partners. A rst-of-its-kind Faith-Based Organizations Tabletop Exercise focused on the interfaith communities. As part of an overall community-orientedapproach, the program has been recognized locally, regionally and nationally as a best practice that is adaptable to otheragencies and organizations.

Project Leader: Sergeant David H. MarshallPhone: (313) 943-2117 Fax: (313) 943-2128Email: [email protected]

FLOWER MOUND POLICE DEPARTMENTFlower Mound, Texas

Chief of Police Andy KancelI.N. the Know (Identify and Notify) Program

In one year, four individuals, ages 18 to 25, died of a drug overdose in this town of over 65,000 residents, and the overallincidence of narcotics overdoses continued to grow despite enforcement efforts. Additionally, citizens directly affected byaddiction viewed the police as part of the problem. This departments proactive approach included holding a stakeholdersmeeting to identify narcotics used by school-aged youth, the total number of recent overdoses and rehabilitation programsavailable. This innovative program was developed to prevent overdose deaths, addiction and incarceration. It is not anenforcement program and relies on anonymity for the outcry source. Concerned family members, friends, teachers andothers can report at-risk, school-aged children to police. In 36 of the 40 contacts since implementation, parents knew orsuspected their child was using narcotics and were willing to discuss and accept support for the addiction.

Project Leader: Sergeant Colin SullivanPhone: (972) 874-3341 Fax: (972) 874-3316Email: [email protected]


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NEW CASTLE COUNTY DIVISION OF POLICENew Castle, Delaware

Colonel E.M. SettingTargeted Analytic Policing System (TAPS)

While policing at this agency had traditionally been largely reactive and driven by 911 calls, it initiated a change to focuson the quality of life incidents frequently reported by citizens. Teams of mobile ofcers were established with the ability tobe proactive and address communities reporting large numbers of quality of life calls. Additional ofcers assigned to thedetective unit bring increased focus to drug and property crime investigations. In just one year, crime was reduced by10 percent, homicides decreased by 41 percent and over 25 percent of the most serious crimes were eliminated. At the sametime, proactive policing by ofcers increased by 47 percent. For the rst time in recent history, there were no homicidesin traditionally violence-plagued areas. Noticing that there had been little to no effect on property crimes, selected patrolofcers were assigned a primary function of aggressively investigating property crimes. Early results show a reduction of20 percent in burglaries and 21 percent in thefts.

Project Leader: Captain Wendi FeeserPhone: (302) 395-8009Email: [email protected]

NEW ZEALAND POLICEWellington, New Zealand

New Zealand Police Assistant Commissioner-International Malcolm BurgessPacic Prevention of Domestic Violence Programme (PPDVP)

Surveys by the World Health Organization revealed a disturbing statistic: Pacic countries have some of the highest ratesof domestic violence, with more than 66 percent of women suffering at the hands of their partners during their lives. Thisprogramme is designed to raise the quality and effectiveness of law enforcement by building their capacity to prevent andrespond to domestic violence. Components include domestic violence and gender-based training, collaborative partnershipswith local non-governmental organisations and case management systems to review the quality of police responses. Morerecently, court-related training and mentoring to combat patriarchal attitudes has been added. Success is measured bymonitoring key best practice indicators, such as number of complaints to police. The signicant increase in reported domestviolence complaints is a testimony to growing public condence in the police to respond effectively.

Project Leader: Programme Manager Superintendent (Ret) Cam RonaldPhone: + 64 4 470 7213 Fax: +64 4 474 9540Email: [email protected]


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PALM BEACH GARDENS POLICE DEPARTMENTPalm Beach Gardens, Florida

Chief of Police Stephen J. Stepp

Frog-et Me Not Program

The Sunshine State has the unwelcome distinction of ranking second highest in the nation for heatstroke related deaths ofchildren left in unattended vehicles. Determined to help solve this problem, this department created a self-funded safetyprogram, which is provided free by police ofcers in partnership with community organizations and other law enforcementagencies. The goal is to heighten awareness of hyperthermia and child seat safety through education, public awarenessand the use of a creative, recognizable symbol for child safety. A department employee designed a unique hangtag with afrog logo that is transferred from the car seat to the drivers key ring when the child is placed in the car seat, and then putback on the car seat when the child is removed. A police cookbook helps raise community awareness and proceeds are used

to purchase more hangtags and remain self funded. Ofcers attend community child safety events to check the security ofinstalled seats, educate the public and present this program.

Project Leader: Administrative Specialist ll Karen CobbPhone: (561) 799-4522 Fax: (561) 799-4408Email: [email protected]

We extend our congratulations and are proud to recognize the 2014Webber Seavey award winners for their dedication to law enforcementand creativity in problem-solving in our communities. Motorola applaudstheir efforts and commends the men and women who daily meet thechallenges of law enforcement head on with creativity and resolve.

Jim Mears , Corporate Vice President,Motorola Solutions


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ALVIN POLICE DEPARTMENTAlvin, Texas

Chief of Police Robert E. Lee

Door Hanger Program

As property values declined and aesthetic issues increased in this mostly rural community, the three-person code enfodepartment was unable to address city ordinance/municipal code violations effectively. A solution was needed to beauthe city and improve property values without over burdening an already taxed police patrol division and code compliadepartment. Patrol ofcers were trained and challenged to identify appropriate code violations and ll out carbon cophanger friendly reminders. While police go about their daily patrol responsibilities they become force multipliers for thcode enforcement department. This allows patrol ofcers to be the primary eyes of code compliance, and code ofcerspend their time following up on stubborn issues. The result has been an increase in both the enforcement of code viol

and in compliance, leading to an improved quality of life for citizens. A contributing factor to the positive outcomes wunexpected buy-in of patrol ofcers.

Project Leader: Patrol Lieutenant Tim HubbardPhone: (281) 585-7106 Fax: (281) 388-4380Email: [email protected]

BELTON POLICE DEPARTMENTBelton, TexasChief of Police Gene Ellis

RUOK? Program

When this department learned of an elderly resident living alone and without heat in the winter, they conducted a welfcheck. The police ofcers used their own money to purchase space heaters and other items to improve her living condThis incident brought to light the need for a way to check on elderly residents living alone. While there are automated to do this, the department wanted a personal, human touch for a population group that is often very lonely. RUOK? wadeveloped using the existing volunteer program, Citizens Helping in Police Services or CHIPS. The department reachsenior citizen support organizations, doctor ofces and other groups to promote the program and register elderly residneed of service. At least once a week, a police CHIPS volunteer makes contact by telephone with registered senior citiIf unable to make contact, a police ofcer is dispatched to conduct a welfare check. During the rst year, 806 contacts made with elderly residents living alone.

Project Leader: Chief Gene EllisPhone: (254) 933-5844 Fax: (254) 933-5835

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CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, FULLERTON POLICE DEPARTMENTFullerton, California

Chief of Police Dennis J. DeMaio

Student Housing Crime Prevention and Resource Center Program

Historically, the Crime Prevention Unit has been housed in the police station on campus even though it reaches out to differentdepartments on campus for crime prevention opportunities. An annual review of crime data revealed an increase in crime inand around the Student Housing Facility over the last few years. By moving to the housing facility, the unit is able to partnerwith the students and student housing administration. This solution also provides crime prevention presentations, a safe placeto contact law enforcement and increased police presence. The Community Services Corporal, who oversees daily operationsat the Center, attends student housing staff meetings, resident advisor (student employees) and student association meetings.The department has become an integral part of the Student Housing Facility and an accepted resource for both students and

staff. The program has been so successful that business hours for the Center will be extended next year.

Project Leader: Captain John BrockiePhone: (657) 278-5479 Fax: (657) 278-2016Email: [email protected]

GREENVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENTGreenville, TexasChief of Police Daniel J. Busken

Summer of Safety Program

Police ofcers noticed that many of the juvenile offenders they encountered regularly were the children of adult offenders orfrom homes where there was little or no adult interaction with the child. This department set out to develop some summerprograms that would not only give youngsters something constructive to do, but would also allow ofcers to become friendswith them. A key consideration was that the activities should not cost the children anything since most of them wereeconomically disadvantaged. When approached by the department with their concerns and plans to expand the Summerof Safety program, local businesses and social clubs willingly supported the effort with money and volunteers. Since theactivities take place in different areas of the city, it is guaranteed that at least one of them will be within walking distance ofevery child. Summer of Safety has become a mainstay of the departments youth programs. Since implementation, juvenilecrime dropped from 1,149 offenses to 210 offenses.

Project Leader: Chief Daniel J. BuskenPhone: (903) 457-2930 Fax: (903) 457-2928Email: [email protected]


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HALTON REGIONAL POLICE SERVICEOakville, Ontario, Canada

Chief of Police Stephen Tanner

Dont Be a Zombie to Crime Prevention Campaign

Looking for an innovative, engaging way to reach individuals age 20 to 35 to prevent certain property crimes in the rethis police service turned to zombies. The campaign is a collaborative effort between community policing ofcers andcorporate communication division. The star of the campaign is a two-minute video produced, directed, lmed and ediusing in-house technical resources. All the actors are members of the police service or their families. The team also usin-house resources to develop and produce a series of seven zombie-themed posters. The campaign was launched justfor Halloween. Zombies could be seen sharing crime prevention messages on posters in local retail outlets, tness clubYouTube and in all district stations across the region. The campaign became a quick success and was regarded in socia

traditional media as a creative, outside-the-box twist on conventional crime prevention approaches.

Project Leader: Civilian/Contractor Dana BarnettPhone: (905) 825-4888 Fax: (905) 825-4854

HONOLULU POLICE DEPARTMENTHonolulu, HawaiiChief of Police Louis M. Kealoha

Alakai Akamai Makai (Intelligence Led Policing)

Up against increasingly sophisticated and creative criminals, this department determined conventional policing practinot working and started the Crime Analysis Unit. The unit specically targets the most prolic property crimes on theThis new approach to intelligence led policing identies the dates, times and locations where ofcers will be able to acarrest a suspect rather than just make the individual uncomfortable by the police presence. New technologies, includinautomated license plate readers, facial recognition, and forensic video/photo recovery and enhancement, are instrumethe programs effectiveness. Stafng of the unit is a combination of police ofcers and civilian personnel. Cooperationthe department, federal agencies and other groups has been invaluable. These efforts have led to an 18 percent decreasrobberies and a 12 percent decrease in residential burglaries since implementation.

Project Leader: Lieutenant David BarnettPhone: (808) 723-3716 Fax: (808) 768-1701Email: [email protected]


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IOWA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETYDes Moines, Iowa

Iowa State Patrol Colonel David Garrison

I-80 Challenge

The goal of this collaborative effort was to eliminate all trafc fatalities across the entire 2,900 miles of Interstate 80 during aneight-day period at the end of July. The challenge was organized following targeted research, which highlighted an increase intrafc fatalities along I-80 during summer vacationing period. On average, a motorist loses their life every eight minutes on theI-80 corridor. This innovative approach places ample local, state and federal resources on one designated roadway, chosen forits high crash and fatality rate, for eight days. State Troopers, working alongside Motor Carrier Enforcement Ofcers and locallaw enforcement agencies, conducted high visibility stops across the nation. While the ultimate goal was zero fatalities duringthe challenge, two trafc deaths did occur. Over $2.5 million worth of illegal drugs were conscated, and 92 drug charges were

led. The challenge can be easily replicated on other roadways nationwide.

Project Leader: Colonel David GarrisonPhone: (515) 725-6101 Fax: (515) 725-6118Email: [email protected]

LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFFS DEPARTMENT - CARSON STATIONCarson, CaliforniaSheriff John L. Scott

Gang Diversion Team

The target population for this multiagency, community-based initiative is at-risk youth and gang-afliated individuals of allages residing in the Carson area. Four specic risk levels are tailored to each clients needs, and using a case managementapproach, a treatment plan is developed. Primary goals include reducing negative outcomes associated with youths involvedin gang activity and increasing positive relationships with caregivers and other adults. The team monitors the progress of theindividuals, and each youths progress is held accountable to the sheriffs department, the caregiver and community-basedagencies. Measurable objectives include fewer arrests, fewer truant days from school, and more positive relationshipswith family and caregivers. The team has been transforming high risk, gang afliated adolescents into career-oriented, lawabiding citizens. There are currently 48 youths actively receiving services and the program is expected to have a capacity of100 participants.

Project Leader: Deputy Fredrick NoyaPhone: (310) 847-4018 Fax: (310) 549-3014Email: [email protected]


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MARYLAND STATE POLICEPikesville, Maryland

Superintendent Marcus L. Brown

Regional Automated Property Information Database (RAPID)

This program originated as a law enforcement tool to assist ofcers in identifying and solving property crimes. Since icreation, the program has developed into a premier database and crime-ghting tool within the state and has contributto thousands of investigative successes. Program modications enable administrators to organize and sort by store typtransaction count or transaction detail, such as zip code, city and property type. Investigators can query RAPID, enablemail notications and search eBay for stolen equipment equipped with Lojack. The RAPID unit continues to be the poversight agency of the program and utilizes the tool to aid a wide variety of crime victims, recover stolen property ancollaborative partnerships to maximize results. Since statistical data has been collected, there has been more than $18

in recovered property, 5,980 cases closed and 3,924 arrests.

Project Leader: Captain Adam StachurskiPhone: (410) 653-4212 Fax: (410) 653-4427Email: [email protected]

NEW HAVEN DEPARTMENT OF POLICE SERVICESNew Haven, Connecticut

Chief of Police Dean M. Esserman Warrant Initiative/Safe Surrender Program

Faced with a large number of arrest warrants, some dating back to the 1980s, this department sought to determine wharesources would be needed to reduce the amount of warrants and to assist police ofcers in serving arrest warrants in amanner. Strategies were explored on how to notify wanted persons in the community and have them surrender on theiResources employed to reduce the volume of arrest warrants include using the citys police website, creating an email engaging the postal service and establishing partnerships with other law enforcement agencies. New and creative resomake surrendering to the police a simple, smooth and less frightening process. As a result, many wanted persons havevoluntarily turned themselves in on outstanding warrants. In just one year, the number of outstanding arrest warrants ha tremendous reduction, and close cooperation has been built with other law enforcement agencies and community gro

Project Leader: Lieutenant Patricia HelligerPhone: (203) 668-8087 Fax: (203) 946-6274Email: [email protected]


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OFFICE OF INSURANCE COMMISSIONER - SPECIAL INVESTIGATIONS UNITTumwater, Washington

Chief Deputy Commissioner Jim Odiorne

SIU Case & Management System (SCaMS)

This unit receives approximately 200 requests for investigation each month from private companies, government agencies andcitizens. Hampering this effort, information tracking, storage and reporting was handled in a disjointed, inefcient manner. Thiimprovement project was initiated to consolidate ve different electronic and manual systems within the agency. Subsequentto stakeholder meetings, regular sessions with the agencys Information Services, and follow-up testing and training, a new,single-point service system was launched to ensure investigations are managed, stored and relayed efciently. Additionalbenets include individual performance measure reporting and eventual connectivity to other law enforcement systems. Thesystem is inexpensive, straightforward and has exceeded expectations. Quantiable savings in time and money have been

produced. SCaMS has been embraced by all staff and has an ease of usability that could easily be replicated by other lawenforcement agencies.

Project Leader: Director Mark CoueyPhone: (360) 586-2565 Fax: (360) 586-2574Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

OHIO STATE HIGHWAY PATROLColumbus, OhioCaptain Richard S. Fambro

SHIELD Detail Program

This state recently recorded the lowest number of trafc fatalities in its history by targeting dangerous, crash-causingbehaviors. The patrol also provided roadside assistance to over 290,000 Ohio motorists and implemented a dual-missionfocus to address signicant criminal activity. The program brought the interdiction of narcotics and serious criminal activity toa level equal to the agencys trafc safety efforts. The multiagency enforcement effort addresses specic trafc safety andcriminal activity issues by combining federal, state and local resources in a universally adaptable format. The trafc stop andcommunity buy-in is the gateway for detecting criminal activity, and investigators use tagging to interdict as many criminalsas possible. Crime enforcement has grown compared to the prior year, and areas showing the largest increase includecurrency, cocaine and hallucinogen pill seizures. One of the greatest benets is the programs ability to adapt and assimilate toany area, community or agency.

Project Leader: Lieutenant Matt WarrenPhone: (614) 644-1161Email: [email protected]


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ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICEAurora, Ontario, Canada

Commissioner J.V.N. (Vince) Hawkes

Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Scene Mapping Program

The police helicopter or xed-wing aircraft was historically used to capture overhead views of collision investigationshelicopter cost hundreds of dollars an hour to fuel, y, staff and maintain. A team leader in the Trafc Support Unit iniand led the research, development and training of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), considered the next generation tscene mapping for collision investigation. Controls are tablet driven, and an auto-grid system sets up an automated igto y a grid over the collision scene. On the ground tasks can be completed while aerial mapping is conducted. Imageshigh resolution and are stitched together using specialized software to produce a photo map. This agency is the only pservice currently using this technology. The UAV has proven to be a sustainable, ongoing approach that enhances all a

collision investigation and the annual operating cost is just several hundred dollars.

Project Leader: Sergeant Brad MuirPhone: (905) 841-5777 Fax: (905) 841-7888Email: [email protected]

REDWOOD CITY POLICE DEPARTMENTRedwood City, CaliforniaChief of Police JR Gamez

Project SAFE

Crime and quality of life issues in this citys transit and retail hub were the impetus for this program. Traditional policinefforts for the Sequoia Station either failed or only temporarily mitigated issues in the area. This multi-faceted approacutilizes members from the administrative, investigative and patrol divisions of the department. The program includescollaboration with other law enforcement agencies and other essential constituents, from business owners to communbased organizations. Project SAFE serves as a model to bring together appropriate individuals and organizations to adcommunity safety issues and comprehensive strategies to address anti-social behavior and crime-related issues. Durinits inaugural year, the program produced measurable increases in business prots, reduced violent and property crimeeliminated notable blight, and created a sense of comfort and security among those who work, shop and visit Sequoia

Project Leader: Acting Lieutenant Greg FarleyPhone: (650) 780-7143 Fax: (650) 780-7149Email: [email protected]


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SAN DIEGO SHERIFFS DEPARTMENTSan Diego, California

Sheriff William D. Gore

Intelligence Led Policing

When Californias prison realignment effort brought about pressures on the local criminal justice system, this departmentdetermined it had to adjust its crime ghting philosophy. The vehicle chosen to drive change was Intelligence Led Policing.Crime analysts research local crime trends and, with the assistance of sworn and professional staff, determine the likelysuspects responsible. The connections between individuals in the criminal element are documented and become a source ofplanning crime ghting tactics and strategies. By working smarter, not harder, crime has been reduced despite decreasesin arrests. The department is also working diligently to improve communication across jurisdictional lines. In one year, thecounty as a whole posted a 1 percent reduction in part one crime. The sheriffs jurisdictions crime rate dropped by 6.3 percent

compared to the previous year. Unofcial estimates show progress in the current year is even more signicant.

Project Leader: Captain Todd E. FrankPhone: (858) 974-2662 Fax: (869) 974-2083Email: [email protected]

Congratulations to these award recipients, as well as all entrants in this

years program. The men and women who serve in these agencies are to becommended for their dedication and commitment to their community andprofession. A special thank you to the judges in this awards competition forfostering the tradition of quality in law enforcement. 2014 IACP/Motorola Webber Seavey Award Program


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2014 APPLICANTS

ALVIN POLICE DEPARTMENT (SF)Alvin, TexasDoor Hanger Program

ASHLAND POLICE DEPARTMENT (F)Ashland, OregonYou Have Options Program

BELTON POLICE DEPARTMENT (SF)Belton, Texas

RUOK? Program

CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROLSacramento, CaliforniaCrisis Intervention Training

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY,FULLERTON POLICE DEPARTMENT(SF)Fullerton, CaliforniaStudent Housing Crime Prevention and Resource CenterProgram

CANTON TOWNSHIP POLICEDEPARTMENT (F)Canton, MichiganPolicing with Purpose

CITY OF READING POLICEDEPARTMENTReading, Pennsylvania

Burglary Reduction Project

DEARBORN POLICE DEPARTMENT (F)Dearborn, MichiganFaith Based Organization Outreach Program

ELIZABETHTOWN POLICE DEPARTMElizabethtown, Kentucky

Dealing with Persons with Diminished Capacity

FLOWER MOUND POLICE DEPARTME(F)Flower Mound, TexasI.N. The Know (Identify and Notify) Program

GALT POLICE DEPARTMENTGalt, CaliforniaGrandma COP Child Safety Program

GREENVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT Greenville, TexasSummer of Safety Program

HALTON REGIONAL POLICE SERVICEOakville, Ontario, CanadaDont Be a Zombie to Crime Prevention Campaign

HAMILTON POLICE SERVICE (W)Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

ACTION Strategy Initiative

HENNEPIN COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFIMinneapolis, MinnesotaMulti-Agency Crime Trend Investigation Program

HONOLULU POLICE DEPARTMENTHonolulu, HawaiiActive Shooter Training

HONOLULU POLICE DEPARTMENT (SHonolulu, HawaiiAlakai Akamai Makai (Intelligence Led Policing)

ILLINOIS STATE POLICESpringeld, IllinoisCommercial Motor Vehicle Initiative

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFE(SF)Des Moines, Iowa

I-80 Challenge

(W)WINNER |(F)FINALIST |(SF)SEMIFINALIST


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LEESBURG POLICE DEPARTMENTLeesburg, Virginia

Organized Retail Crime Interdiction

LINCOLN POLICE DEPARTMENTLincoln, CaliforniaVolunteerism A Winner for Lincoln

LONG BEACH POLICE DEPARTMENTLong Beach, CaliforniaIMPACT

LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFFSDEPARTMENT - CARSON STATION (SF)Carson, CaliforniaGang Diversion Team

MARYLAND STATE POLICE (SF)Pikesville, MarylandRegional Automated Property Information Database (RAPID)

MASSACHUSETTS STATE POLICENorthampton, Massachusetts

Counter Criminal Continuum (C3) Policing

MILWAUKEE POLICE DEPARTMENT (W)Milwaukee, WisconsinStudents Talking it Over with Police (STOP) Program

NASSAU COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENTMineola, New YorkNCPD R.E.A.C.H. (Return Every Adult and Child Home) Program

NEW CASTLE COUNTY DIVISION OFPOLICE (F)New Castle, DelawareTargeted Analytic Policing System (TAPS)

NEW HAVEN DEPARTMENT OF POLICESERVICES (SF)New Haven, ConnecticutWarrant Initiative/Safe Surrender Program

NEW ZEALAND POLICE (F)Wellington, New Zealand

Pacic Prevention of Domestic Violence Programme (PPDVP)

OFFICE OF INSURANCE COMMISSIONER-SPECIAL INVESTIGATIONS UNIT (SF)Tumwater, WashingtonSIU Case & Management System (SCaMS)

OHIO STATE HIGHWAY PATROL (SF)Columbus, OhioSHIELD Detail Program

ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE (SF)Aurora, Ontario, CanadaUnmanned Aerial Vehicle Scene Mapping Program

PALM BEACH GARDENS POLICEDEPARTMENT (F)Palm Beach Gardens, FloridaFrog-et Me Not Program

REDWOOD CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT

(SF)Redwood City, CaliforniaProject SAFE

RIALTO POLICE DEPARTMENT (W)Rialto, CaliforniaBody-Worn Camera Program

SAN DIEGO SHERIFFS DEPARTMENT(SF)

San Diego, CaliforniaIntelligence Led Policing

ST. CHARLES PARISH SHERIFFS OFFICEHahnville, LouisianaIMPASE


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