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IACP/MOTOROLA WEBBER SEAVEY AWARD

Summary of the TopTwenty-Five Programs

SEPTEMBER 2005

Webber Seavey 2005 9/21/05 2:18 PM

CONGRATULATIONS to these award recipients, as well as all entrants in thisyear’s program. The men and women who serve in these agencies are to becommended for their dedication and commitment to their community andprofession.


2005 JUDGES ......................................................................................................................1

INTRODUCTION ...........................................................................................................2

WINNERS

MIAMI-DADE POLICE DEPARTMENTMiami, Florida, Convicted Offender DNA Non-Compliance Clearinghouse/Cold Case Squad ..............3

NEW ROCHELLE POLICE DEPARTMENTNew Rochelle, New York Combating Nightclub Crime and Disorder: A Multi-Faceted Partnership.....3

WEST DES MOINES POLICE DEPARTMENTWest Des Moines, Iowa, Youth Justice Initiative...............................................................................4

FINALISTS

CHICAGO POLICE DEPARTMENTChicago, Illinois, Deployment Operations Center ............................................................................5

COLORADO SPRINGS POLICE DEPARTMENTColorado Springs, Colorado, South Nevada PASS Area ..................................................................5

EDMONTON POLICE SERVICEEdmonton, Alberta, Canada, Elder Abuse Intervention Team ........................................................6

EDMONTON POLICE SERVICEEdmonton, Alberta, Canada, Hate and Bias Crime Initiative .........................................................7

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENTOrlando, Florida, Child Abduction Rescue Team (CART) ...............................................................7

LOS ANGELES POLICE DEPARTMENTLos Angeles, California, 69th and Main Street Apartment Project ..................................................8

MANCHESTER POLICE DEPARTMENTManchester, New Hampshire, Senior Outreach/Community Policing ............................................8

SEMIFINALISTS

AKRON POLICE DEPARTMENTAkron, Ohio, Doing Less with More: A Comprehensive Approach to Reducing Demand ...............9

CAMPBELL COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENTAlexandria, Kentucky, Juvenile Intensive Service Team (JIST) ........................................................9

CLEARWATER POLICE DEPARTMENTClearwater, Florida, Operacion Apoyo Hispano (Operation Hispanic Outreach) .........................10

TABLE OF CONTENTS


DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE SERVICEOshawa, Ontario, Canada, Be Aware…Be Safe: Sexual Assault and Violence Prevention ............10

EDMONTON POLICE SERVICEEdmonton, Alberta, Canada, Traffic Strategy Briefing...................................................................11

FRESNO POLICE DEPARTMENTFresno, California, Traffic Safety Project.........................................................................................11

HONOLULU POLICE DEPARTMENTHonolulu, Hawaii, I CENTR (Information, Collection, Educational, Navigational,Technology Resource) .......................................................................................................................12

LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENTMonterey Park, California, Regional Tactical Communications System........................................12

MBTA TRANSIT POLICE DEPARTMENTBoston, Massachusetts, Stop Watch ................................................................................................13

MIAMI POLICE DEPARTMENTMiami, Florida, Operation Difference .............................................................................................13

MINISTRY OF COMMUNITY SAFETY AND CORRECTIONAL SERVICESToronto, Ontario, Canada, Major Case Management System (MCM) .........................................14

NAPERVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENTNaperville, Illinois, Community Connection ..................................................................................14

NEW JERSEY OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERALTrenton, New Jersey, Office of the Insurance Fraud Prosecutor......................................................15

OHIO STATE HIGHWAY PATROLColumbus, Ohio, Strategic Goal .....................................................................................................15

UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA POLICE DEPARTMENTAthens, Georgia, Planning for the Future: Creation of the Emergency Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Team ..................................................................................16

LISTING OF ALL 2005 AWARD APPLICANTS ...........................17-25

BUSINESS REPLY CARD FOR 2006 APPLICATION ......back cover

Visit our website at www.theiacp.org for detailed profiles of winners and finalists.


2005 JUDGES

A special thanks to the judges in this year’s award competition for fostering the tradition of quality in

law enforcement.

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FIRST PANEL

COMMISSIONER GWEN BONIFACEOntario Provincial Police

Orillia, Ontario, Canada

CHIEF JIMMY FAWCETTFarmers Branch Police Department

Farmers Branch, Texas

DIRECTOR KRISTEN MAHONEYBaltimore Police Department

Grants Compliance Division

Baltimore, Maryland

CHIEF/DIRECTOR GARY MARGOLISUniversity of Vermont

Department of Police Services

Burlington, Vermont

CHIEF STEPHEN WHITEDoylestown Township Police Department

Doylestown, Pennsylvania

SECOND PANEL

SUSAN CRONIN (RETIRED)Massachusetts State Police

Westfield, Massachusetts

(2004 IACP/Motorola Webber Seavey Winner)

ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY MICHELLE D. MCMURTRYPort St. Lucie Police Department

Port St. Lucie, Florida


CHIEF SCOTT MACGREGORCalifornia Highway Patrol

Sacramento, California



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QUALITY IN POLICE WORK is a critical factor in the well-being and safety of our communities. The

IACP/Motorola Webber Seavey Award for Quality in Law Enforcement promotes and recognizes quality

performance by agencies around the globe. The award is named for Chief of Police Webber S. Seavey, the

IACP’s first president, who exemplified the dedication to the profession and problem-solving that his

namesake has been established to honor.

Most important, the IACP/Motorola Webber Seavey Award Program helps agencies exchange ideas and

solutions so that others can learn and benefit. It is this sharing that is the ultimate goal of the award

program. To foster this exchange of solutions, program abstracts from the three winners, seven finalists

and fifteen semifinalists appear on the following pages. There is also a project leader to contact for

additional information. As a department determines it needs a new or different method to address a

community problem, it can refer to this abstract book for additional ideas.

If you are interested in entering next year’s program, please complete and return the business reply card

on the back cover of this book. It’s an opportunity to learn and compete with the best of the best.

SHARING SUCCESSFUL SOLUTIONS


Convicted Offender DNA Non-Compliance Clearinghouse/Cold Case Squad When a 13-year-old

girl was brutally raped, it was discovered that the rapist had already been convicted of almost

20 qualifying offenses that required the collection of his DNA sample. Further analysis revealed

that alarming numbers of qualifying convicted offenders were being released into the

community without compliance. This squad was established to obtain DNA samples from

all convicted offenders who are required to do so. The multi-jurisdictional program seeks to

obtain DNA standards at conviction. Since the project’s inception, there is increased

information sharing among law enforcement agencies. Almost 14,000 cases have been

reviewed, and 334 swabs obtained. More than 110 cases have been reassigned for investigation

and 34 have been closed by arrest of the perpetrator.

Project Leader: Sergeant Cecile Alvarez

Phone: (305) 477-1112, ext. 258 · Fax: (305) 471-0808

Email: [email protected]

MIAMI-DADE POLICE DEPARTMENT

Miami, Florida

Director Robert Parker

Combating Nightclub Crime and Disorder: A Multi-Faceted Partnership As a revitalized

downtown gained momentum so too did nightclub crime and disorder. This multi-agency,

multi-faceted endeavor uses traditional and non-traditional methods to combat the problem.

Forming multiple partnerships with city, business, residential and governmental agencies,

this program fights back with stringent legislation and vigorous enforcement. One sweep

resulted in the arrest of 24 suspects from six municipalities. Crime has been dramatically

reduced in the area. Five of the nightclubs have been closed, calls for service decreased and

quality of life has improved. Since the program began, complaints from the targeted

locations dropped 65 percent, and arrests increased 45 percent. Developers are once again

enthusiastic to bid on downtown projects.

Project Leader: Lieutenant Cosmo Costa

Phone: (914) 654-2323 · Fax: (914) 654-2317


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NEW ROCHELLE POLICE DEPARTMENT

New Rochelle, New York

Commissioner Patrick J. Carroll


Youth Justice Initiative When one of the largest and fastest growing cities in the state

experienced rising crime and increasing drug/alcohol abuse among its youth, this

department pioneered an innovative approach to address juvenile crime. Based upon

restorative justice principles and input from multiple agencies and sources, the new

initiative was launched. The program leverages broad based community support to reduce

recidivism and transform lives by changing how the department and schools work with

youthful offenders. A core component is the youth justice conference, which includes the

victim, offender, offender’s family, community members, school staff and other

professionals. An accountability plan is created to outline the offender’s reparations, future

expectations, and ensures the offender receives structure and support. Juvenile related

crime has dropped over 17% since the program was initiated and 90% of the participants

do not re-offend during their time in the program or within a year after graduating from it.

Project Leader: Lieutenant Travis Ouverson

Phone: (515) 222-3347 · Fax: (515) 222-3331

WEST DES MOINES POLICE DEPARTMENT

West Des Moines, Iowa

Chief of Police Jack M. O’Donnell

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“The Webber Seavey Program allows police agencies to showcase their unique and

innovative programs. Agencies are able to demonstrate how their respective program

adds value to the community.”

Lieutenant Travis Ouverson, West Des Moines Police Department

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CHICAGO POLICE DEPARTMENT

Chicago, Illinois

Deputy Superintendent Thomas G. Byrne

COLORADO SPRINGS POLICE DEPARTMENT

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Chief of Police Luis Velez

Deployment Operations Center When a steady rise in homicides earned Chicago the label

“murder capital of America,” this department wanted a solution that could be sustained

over time. A team of detectives, gang specialists, and narcotics and intelligence officers assessed

the problem and organized a multi-faceted response. The initiative combines data-driven

analysis and hot-spot policing with street intelligence and multi-agency cooperation. Potential

violent areas can be quickly forecast, and police are deployed in a preventive manner. The

response is holistic and includes working in close partnership with government agencies. In

one year, homicides dropped over 25 percent and were the lowest in almost 40 years.

Aggravated battery with firearms decreased over 38 percent.

Project Leader: Commander Steven Caluris

Phone: (312) 745-6190 · Fax: (312) 745-6710


South Nevada PASS Area The South Nevada section had been a chronic problem until this

department developed and implemented a new policing strategy. It provides critical analysis,

such as hot spot mapping, calls for service data, citizen complaints and intelligence information.

Two detectives are dedicated to the 120-block area. Instead of being undercover, they are highly

visible and familiar with the community and residents. Other strategies include building

partnerships with service providers, community groups, residents and business employees.

In just three years, victimization has decreased from 54 percent to 28 percent. Community

perceptions of vice, narcotics and other crimes have dropped significantly. Results are so

successful, a third detective was added and the program expanded to the downtown area.

Project Leader: Deputy Chief Steve Liebowitz

Phone: (719) 444-7402 · Fax: (719) 578-6056


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Elder Abuse Intervention Team This collaborative effort prevents and responds to elder

abuse by working in partnership with the community. Among other priorities, it focused

on developing a core team with expertise in elder abuse, creating a safe house for seniors,

and examining legislation on the elder abuse issue. The team addresses the holistic needs

of the elderly client. All services are provided free of charge, and the program receives no

external funding, making it very sustainable. Frequent, thorough evaluations are conducted

to identify and address gaps in service and highlight best practices. Since the program’s

inception, over 3,100 senior victims have received assistance. The team was recognized as

a best practice by the Alberta Ministry of Municipal Affairs and was the sole recipient of

its highest honor.

Project Leader: Detective George Doerksen

Phone: (780) 496-5928 · Fax: (780) 496-8674


EDMONTON POLICE SERVICE

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Acting Chief of Police Darryl da Costa

“The Webber Seavey Program is an excellent opportunity for criminal justice

agencies to share innovation and success. The Program recognizes and rewards hard

work and commitment to our profession.”

Special Agent Supervisor Wayne Ivey, Florida Department of Law Enforcement

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Child Abduction Rescue Team (CART) By studying previous child abduction cases, this

department learned that most responses were often unorganized and hurried due to the critical

nature of the organization. Analysis showed that when children are killed in an abduction,

44 percent of them are murdered within the first hour, and 74 percent of them meet their

demise within three hours. This proactive solution provides an immediate response to the

many requirements generated by a child abduction investigation. CART allows for the

prompt dispatch of a cohesive team of experienced investigators and support personnel that

can be directed to any jurisdiction as needed. On its very first case, CART rescued an

abducted six-year-old girl. The program has now been expanded to all areas of Florida.

Project Leader: Special Agent Supervisor Wayne Ivey

Phone: (772) 216-3529 · Fax: (407) 245-0824


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Hate and Bias Crime Initiative This police service’s research revealed that a single hate

crime can ripple across an entire community. The same analysis also showed that hate

crimes were underreported, with the most common reason being a lack of trust in the

police. A business plan was presented and approved to address the problem. A grant

covered the costs of two full-time positions to develop the project over two years. The

blueprint outlines four areas for development, from training and community awareness to

a community partnership system. The number of hate crimes and incidents reported grew

from 57 in one year to 70 the next. Previously, no more than ten were ever reported. Nine

partnerships with minority, aboriginal and community groups have also been established.

Project Leader: Superintendent Dwayne Gibbs

Phone: (780) 426-8105 · Fax: (780) 426-8111


FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT

Orlando, Florida

Assistant Special Agent in Charge Jay Etheridge




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Senior Outreach/Community Policing To better address the needs and concerns of senior

citizens, the elderly-services officer was transferred from the investigative division to

community policing. This proactive approach included a senior outreach initiative. After

several weeks of interviewing and visiting with seniors, police learned that most elderly

chose to remain silent and not report incidents or problems. This program began building

community partnerships with local hospitals, social workers and service providers with

emphasis on elder care and treatment. Senior nature walks are held on a weekly basis, and

other programs address specific concerns, such as Alzheimer’s. The “Senior Living” cable

show won three broadcasting awards for community service.

Project Leader: Sergeant Kevin Kincaid

Phone: (603) 668-8711, ext. 432 · Fax: (603) 628-6137


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MANCHESTER POLICE DEPARTMENT

Manchester, New Hampshire

Chief of Police John A. Jaskolka

69th and Main Street Apartment Project For two decades, gangs kept a stronghold on the

apartments at 69th and Main Street. It took a multi-faceted, all-out effort to dismantle this

hub of criminal activity and violence. The police department joined in a collaborative effort

with the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office. Together, they initiated an investigation which

ultimately included the FBI and other agencies. For the first time in the city’s history, a

property was closed based on criminal gang activity via a preliminary injunction. This

success, coupled with exhaustive police enforcement along with search and arrest warrants,

caused the violent crime rate to plummet in the area. Throughout the process, community

stakeholders were kept informed of progress, and given a safe avenue of communication to

law enforcement and city agencies.

Project Leader: Captain I Joan T. McNamara

Phone: (323) 846-6524 · Fax: (323) 846-6539


LOS ANGELES POLICE DEPARTMENT

Los Angeles, California

Deputy Chief Cayler L. Carter, Jr.

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Doing Less with More: A Comprehensive Approach to Reducing Demand Using its

information system data, this department took a hard look at the types of calls for service,

time spent and specific locations. They learned that some addresses had called for service

over 100 times in just one year. The police decided they would need to work smarter to

achieve “Less Demand with More Efficiency.” Teaming with civilian block watch captains,

officers determined that people living in rental properties committed most of the neighborhood

crimes. The landlords were invited to a seminar sponsored by the department, and crime

information was distributed. Over 200 landlords attended, representing 1,000 rental

properties. Locations with high numbers of repeat calls were also analyzed, and intervention

efforts taken. The number of calls at these specific locations dropped 57 percent in one year.

Project Leader: Captain Paul Calvaruso

Phone: (330) 375-2900 · Fax: (330) 375-2135


Juvenile Intensive Service Team (JIST) The focus of this program is intensive supervision

and monitoring of high-risk youth through more interactive relationships. The goals are to

1) partner with another justice organization in meeting its goals for addressing juvenile

crime, 2) serve youth returning from placement in a state-operated facility, and 3) develop

relationships with young offenders by promoting better rapport. Three phases help

incorporate responsible actions and trust in the youngster that will ultimately lead to

graduation. The officer and service worker make regular home visits to enforce curfews and

other conditions. In one year, the program achieved over 90 percent compliance rate for

youths following their imposed sanctions. The program is such a success that another

juvenile service agency partnered with the department.

Project Leader: Chief Keith D. Hill

Phone: (859) 547-3100 · Fax: (859) 635-2742


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CAMPBELL COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT

Alexandria, Kentucky

Chief of Police Keith D. Hill

AKRON POLICE DEPARTMENT

Akron, Ohio

Chief of Police Michael T. Matulavich


Operacion Apoyo Hispano (Operation Hispanic Outreach) A surging Hispanic population

posed a challenge for this department. The Hispanics were hesitant to approach the police,

and many long-time residents were suspicious of their new neighbors. Those attitudes have

changed thanks to a truly unique collaboration between the department and the YWCA.

The comprehensive program encompasses everything from crime concerns to social and

economic opportunity for Hispanics. Housed in a city-owned building, the one-stop center

has an active outreach component and provides immigration and child care services along

with interpretation and victim advocacy. Hispanics now come forward and report crimes to

the police, resulting in a number of successful prosecutions. In one year, over 175 Hispanic

residents received crisis intervention and counseling at the center.

Project Leader: Chief Sid Klein

Phone: (727) 562-4343 · Fax: (727) 562-4339


CLEARWATER POLICE DEPARTMENT

Clearwater, Florida

Chief of Police Sid Klein

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Be Aware…Be Safe: Sexual Assault and Violence Prevention

A multi-agency pilot program conducted with grade 10 students showed there was clearly a

need for information on sexual assault prevention and legal consequences. With funding

from a grant, this police service developed a resource containing a video and instructional

guide on safety and victim services. The video was filmed locally and depicts various

scenarios. Originally intended for secondary schools, the program has been expanded to

intermediate students in grades 7 and 8. The resource has already been distributed to

25 secondary schools, 100 elementary schools, social work teams and other organizations.

This wide distribution helps ensure that a consistent resource is being used, and that young

people are increasingly aware of the support available to them.

Project Leader: Staff Sergeant Kevin Morash

Phone: (905) 579-1520, ext. 4412 · Fax: (905) 433-4188


DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE SERVICE

Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

Deputy Chief of Police Chuck Mercier

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Traffic Strategy Briefing This city’s growing population had an unwelcome effect on traffic

fatalities. In one year, traffic-related deaths rose to 37, the highest number in five years. A

survey revealed that residents had noticed the problem and expected the police to better

address it. A two-part solution was developed to improve the quality of traffic enforcement

and education. An innovative template serves as a proactive planning tool, encouraging an

integrated approach. Institutionalizing the process ensures the template is consistently

completed. The ultimate benefits are improved management decisions based upon

documentation, superior communication and rigorous evaluation. The template and process

have both shown success by providing a more accurate understanding of overall efforts.

Project Leader: Inspector Chris Caughell

Phone: (780) 421-2332


Traffic Safety Project An aggressive campaign to halt violent crime achieved the desired

outcome. This city’s current crime rate is at a 33-year low. However, the emphasis on crime

fighting meant traffic enforcement had become a lower priority. Traffic safety programs

lagged and collisions soared. This department tackled the problem head on. The first

change was to secure a sustained revenue source for traffic efforts without affecting other

city budgets. This included renegotiating tow contracts to receive a referral fee for each

vehicle impounded. The second change was to hold traffic violators accountable for their

own actions and enforcement costs, rather than raising taxes. Since implementation,

reported collisions dropped over 8.5 percent and fatal collisions are down almost 11 percent.

Total traffic fatalities deceased by 42 percent.

Project Leader: Eric Eide

Phone: (559) 621-5052 · Fax: (559) 228-6838


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FRESNO POLICE DEPARTMENT

Fresno, California

Captain Andrew Hall

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I CENTR (Information, Collection, Educational, Navigational, Technology Resource) This

innovation sprang from a work-schedule pilot program in which officers worked three days

and were off-duty for four. While this improved service, it created large gaps in information

for beat officers. This solution informs the officers of crime trends currently in progress and

potential suspects. I CENTR tracks crime trends and the mapping of offenses. Information is

updated weekly and provided to officers via their mobile computers. An email is sent to the

officer with a link to the department’s intranet site, which contains maps and information by

beat for the previous week. Results show a 21 percent decrease in overall crime compared

to the previous two years. Already an important component in homeland security, plans are

also under way to incorporate the resource into the new officer orientation program.

Project Leader: Major Thomas T. Nitta

Phone: (808) 529-3361· Fax: (808) 529-3726


HONOLULU POLICE DEPARTMENT

Honolulu, Hawaii

Chief of Police Boisse P. Correa

Los Angeles Regional Tactical Communications System (LARTCS) During man-made or

natural disasters, public safety agencies have always cooperated with each other. However, their

effectiveness was hampered by the inability to communicate by radio. LARTCS developed

various technical methodologies to tie public agencies using various radio platforms together.

Direct interoperability is provided between law enforcement, fire, EMS, federal, state, and

military agencies at the scene of major, multi-agency incidents. System performance and

agency proficiency testing is conducted twice weekly and LARTCS training is once a month.

Approximately 100 public safety agencies have signed an MOU to participate. The Department

of Homeland Security and the U.S. Department of Justice have deemed LARTCS as a model

for the nation.

Project Leader: Commander Robert N. Sedita

Phone: (562) 466-5267 · Fax: (323) 415-3232


LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT

Monterey Park, California

Sheriff Leroy D. Baca

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Stop Watch In addition to grappling with urban crime and terrorism concerns, this

department addresses the challenge of youth behavior – before and after school as well as

weekends. Officers interact with over 50,000 youngsters each school day, which is more

direct contact than law enforcement peers throughout New England. This program brings

together public and private sector partners to provide officer skill enhancement and positive

youth intervention. The goal is to reduce juvenile arrests. The intense two-day training

includes role playing between officers and urban youth participants. Several layers of

analysis help identify problems and focus on training objectives. In one year, the number

of juvenile arrests dropped 26 percent and referrals climbed 100 percent.

Project Leader: Deputy Director Shenandoah Titus

Phone: (617) 222-1100 · Fax: (617) 222-1035


Operation Difference Using an enforcement effort unprecedented in its history, this

department sought to not only curb drug sales and purchases, but also related crimes, such

as robberies, burglaries, and thefts. The year-long initiative tackled the problem in a holistic

manner. A multi-faceted approach was used to rid neighborhoods of crime by aggressively

attacking the drug problem. Every unit within the Specialized Operations Section is

incorporated, as well as the talents and resources of investigative entities and outside

agencies. There is also a community component that fosters a positive partnership between

citizens and police. The results are dramatic. A series of 18 Royal Flush operations netted

over 1,560 arrests. A tracking mechanism measures the quality and success of the arrests to

determine the operation’s effectiveness and impact on crime.

Project Leader: Commander Milady Irizarry

Phone: (305) 244-9613 · Fax: (305) 643-7170


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Boston, Massachusetts

Chief of Police Joseph C. Carter

MIAMI POLICE DEPARTMENT

Miami, Florida

Deputy Chief of Police Frank G. Fernandez


Major Case Management System (MCM) One of the most horrendous serial killers in

Canadian history went undetected for almost five years, due in part, to a lack of communication

between law enforcement agencies. This program lessens the risk of serial offenders escaping

apprehension. By allowing agencies to manage, sort and analyze investigative data, officers can

quickly identify linked cases, helping to prevent crime. A central organizational structure

supports cooperation between police services. It provides unified leadership, a standardized

case management system and interdisciplinary support from forensic scientists and other

specialists. The system tracked E-Coli contamination of a water supply and monitored

medical information during the SARS outbreak. Currently, MCM manages the investigation

of the largest marijuana growth operation in Ontario’s history.

Project Leader: Solicitor General David H. Tsubouchi (Retired)

Phone: (416) 863-4704 · Fax: (416) 863-4592


MINISTRY OF COMMUNITY SAFETY ANDCORRECTIONAL SERVICES

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Solicitor General David H. Tsubouchi (Retired)

Community Connection In 1998, this department was one of ten law enforcement agencies

selected from across the country to participate in a grant to advance community-policing

efforts. Since then, the department has expanded the effort to incorporate all of city services.

One example is a crime-free multi-housing program, which was evaluated and recommended

by city staff, department leaders and Community Connection. The three-phase initiative

incorporates an eight-hour training session on tenant selection, gang and drug awareness, and

legal issues. A review of police calls for service shows a 17 percent decrease in reported crimes

even though the residential population increased by 7 percent. A recent study indicated that

42 percent of respondents are interested in a second Community Connection office.

Project Leader: Lieutenant James Montanari

Phone: (630) 420-6666 · Fax: 630-420-6176

NAPERVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT

Naperville, Illinois

Chief of Police David E. Dial

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Office of the Insurance Fraud Prosecutor Insurance fraud costs the average American

household $1,000 annually. Faced with the rising costs of automobile and health insurance

in New Jersey, its Attorney General Office took drastic action. With the support of the

Legislature, a new agency was created to lead the fight against insurance fraud. The project

detailed specific, measurable goals and implemented procedures to chart progress, including

meticulous records and statistics. An innovative training program helps develop a thorough

understanding of the problem. Public awareness is raised through an award-winning media

campaign, a web site and a reward program. Since its inception, the project has screened

more than 60,000 reports of suspected insurance fraud, imposed over 4,500 fines totaling

more than $22 million, and obtained orders for $46 million in restitution.

Project Leader: Assistant Attorney General John J. Smith

Phone: (609) 896-8767 · Fax: (609) 896-8694


Strategic Goal The goal of this organization-wide initiative is to reduce traffic crash deaths

to one per 100 million vehicles traveled in Ohio by the end of 2007. To accomplish this

ambitious objective, the patrol has shifted away from cookie-cutter approaches to highway

safety and the management of field commands. Local commanders are held accountable for

results at the local level. Resources are made available to all employees to empower them to

make a difference. Data evaluation, computerized reports and geo-mapping support trend

identification and data analysis. This enables officers to better prevent crashes by knowing

where and why they occur. The patrol is already achieving success. Rural traffic crash

deaths, which account for two thirds of the statewide total, are down five percent compared

with the previous year.

Project Leader: Captain Brigette E. Charles

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Trenton, New Jersey

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Columbus, Ohio

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Planning for the Future: Creation of the Emergency Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Team The

coming of the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games was the catalyst for this project. The

department evaluated operating procedure and identified the need for a better response to

hazardous devices and bomb threats. No other nearby agency had a bomb team that

possessed the capabilities needed at the university. The department researched and created

its first EOD team. The team offers the latest technology to detect explosives and render

devices safe. During a three-year period, the team was utilized over 100 times. Almost 90 of

those incidents involved proactive sweeps, frequently assisting agencies in other

jurisdictions. The positive results go far beyond the university as the team is now part of

the state’s overall emergency response plan.

Project Leader: Lieutenant Eric Gattiker

Phone: (706) 542-0095 · Fax: (706) 542-6960


UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA POLICE DEPARTMENT

Athens, Georgia

Chief of Police Jimmy Williamson

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“Every agency needs to be looking toward the future and attempt to stay up with the changing

times in order to provide well-rounded law enforcement services. The Webber Seavey Program

showcases our programs and initiatives so we can learn from each other’s experiences.”

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AKRON POLICE DEPARTMENT (SF)Akron, OhioDoing Less with More: A ComprehensiveApproach to Reducing Demand

ALABAMA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETYMontgomery, AlabamaCommercial Driver License Automated Testing

ALABAMA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY,DRIVER LICENSE DIVISIONMontgomery, Alabama Fraudulent Document Identification Program

AUSTIN POLICE DEPARTMENTAustin, TexasOperation Restore Hope

BEAVERTON POLICE DEPARTMENTBeaverton, OregonBeaverton Police/Starbucks Coffee Meet andGreet Program

BEDFORD POLICE DEPARTMENTBedford, Texas PACE (Police Alerting Citizens by E-Mail)

BROWARD COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICEFort Lauderdale, Florida Community Justice Program

BUREAU OF ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, FIREARMS & EXPLOSIVESLos Angeles, CaliforniaComprehensive Crime Gun Tracing Strategy for Law Enforcement

BUREAU OF ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, FIREARMS & EXPLOSIVESWashington, DCViolent Crime Impact Teams (VCIT)

CALGARY POLICE SERVICECalgary, Alberta, CanadaPublic Safety Task Force

CAMPBELL COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT (SF)Alexandria, Kentucky Juvenile Intensive Service Team (JIST)

CHIAYI CITY POLICE BUREAUChiayi City, TaiwanInnovation on Case Report and MonitoringSystems

CHICAGO POLICE DEPARTMENT (F)Chicago, IllinoisDeployment Operations Center

CLEARWATER POLICE DEPARTMENT (SF)Clearwater, FloridaOperacion Apoyo Hispano (Operation HispanicOutreach)

COLORADO SPRINGS POLICE DEPARTMENT (F)Colorado Springs, ColoradoSouth Nevada PASS Area

CORAL GABLES POLICE DEPARTMENTCoral Gables, FloridaFOB/SPORTS Page

2005 APPLICANTS(W) WINNER(F) FINALIST(SF) SEMIFINALIST

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DAYTONA BEACH POLICE DEPARTMENTDaytona Beach, FloridaStrategy to Reduce Auto Thefts

DEARBORN POLICE DEPARTMENTDearborn, MichiganEffective Use of Resources to StrengthenCommunity Relations

DEARBORN POLICE DEPARTMENTDearborn, MichiganMotor Carrier Unit with Haz-Mat Capabilities

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, BUREAU OF CUSTOMS & BORDER PROTECTION,US BORDER PATROLEl Paso, TexasAir and Marine Operations Headquarters

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY,BUREAU OF CUSTOMS & BORDER PROTECTION,US BORDER PATROLLaredo, TexasATV Unit

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY,BUREAU OF CUSTOMS & BORDER PROTECTION,US BORDER PATROLLaredo, TexasCommunication Center

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY,BUREAU OF CUSTOMS & BORDER PROTECTION,US BORDER PATROLLaredo, TexasProsecution Category 3 Unit (PROCAT)

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY,BUREAU OF CUSTOMS & BORDER PROTECTION,US BORDER PATROLLaredo, TexasSouth Gang Awareness Initiative

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY,BUREAU OF CUSTOMS & BORDER PROTECTION,US BORDER PATROLMcAllen, TexasRio Grande Valley Sector Office of Intelligence

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY,FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAININGCENTERGlynco, GeorgiaDocumenting Law Enforcement TraineePerformance

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY,FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAININGCENTERGlynco, GeorgiaDynamics of Vehicle Stops

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY,FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAININGCENTERGlynco, GeorgiaIntroduction to Marine Radar

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY,FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAININGCENTERGlynco, GeorgiaMaritime Domain Awareness


DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, FEDERALLAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING CENTERGlynco, GeorgiaQuality Skid Control Training for LawEnforcement

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, FEDERALLAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING CENTERGlynco, GeorgiaTraining Pursuit Policy

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITYIMMIGRATION & CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENTSan Juan, Puerto Rico Integration of US Customs & INS InvestigativeBranches

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, DRUG ENFORCEMENTADMINISTRATION, AVIATION DIVISIONFort Worth, Texas Operation Emerald Clipper

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, ICITAPWashington, DCPolish National Police – Transition fromCommunism to Democracy

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS, OFFICE OFINSPECTOR GENERALWashington, DCFugitive Felon Program

DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE SERVICE (SF)Oshawa, Ontario, CanadaBe Aware…Be Safe: Sexual Assault and ViolencePrevention

EDMONTON POLICE SERVICE (F)Edmonton, Alberta, CanadaElder Abuse Intervention Team

EDMONTON POLICE SERVICE (F)Edmonton, Alberta, CanadaHate and Bias Crime Initiative

EDMONTON POLICE SERVICE (SF)Edmonton, Alberta, CanadaTraffic Strategy Briefing

EL PASO POLICE DEPARTMENTEl Paso, TexasWest Texas HIDTA Stash House Initiative

FBIQuantico, Virginia Regional Computer Forensic Laboratory Program

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT (F)Orlando, FloridaChild Abuse Rescue Team (CART)

FORSYTH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICECumming, GeorgiaPRIDE – Teenage Driver Safety

FORT LAUDERDALE POLICE DEPARTMENTFort Lauderdale, FloridaJOHN-E

FREDERICK POLICE DEPARTMENTFrederick, MarylandMental Health Task Force

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FRESNO POLICE DEPARTMENT (SF)Fresno, California Traffic Safety Project

GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY POLICEDEPARTMENTFairfax, VirginiaCAARE – Controlling Alcohol Abuse ThroughRigorous Enforcement

GEORGIA BUREAU OF INVESTIGATIONDecatur, GeorgiaGeorgia Information Sharing and Analysis Center(GISAC)

GRAND HAVEN DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETYGrand Haven, MichiganChild Restraint Awareness Initiative

HARRISBURG BUREAU OF POLICEHarrisburg, PennsylvaniaCommunity Policing Power-Shift Unit

HIGH POINT POLICE DEPARTMENTHigh Point, North CarolinaWest End Initiative

HOLLYWOOD POLICE DEPARTMENTHollywood, FloridaRegionalized Communications/RecordsManagement System

HONOLULU POLICE DEPARTMENT (SF)Honolulu, Hawaii I CENTR (Information, Collection, Education,Navigational, Technology Resource)

HOWARD COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF POLICEEllicott City, MarylandHomeland Security Awareness Training

HUNTSVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENTHuntsville, AlabamaTreymore Community Policing Initiative

JACKSONVILLE SHERIFF'S OFFICEJacksonville, FloridaJustice and the Revolving Door: The JacksonvilleExperience in Recidivism Intervention

JEFFERSON PARISH SHERIFF'S OFFICEHarvey, LouisianaProject STAR

KANSAS CITY POLICE DEPARTMENTKansas City, Missouri Westside CAN Center – Day Labor Project

KINNELON BOROUGH POLICE DEPARTMENTKinnelon, New JerseyCrime Prevention

LAFOURCHE PARISH SHERIFF'S OFFICEThibodaux, Louisiana Highway Safety Program

LAS VEGAS METROPOLITAN POLICE DEPARTMENTLas Vegas, NevadaHispanic Interpreter Services Program (HISP)

LAW ENFORCEMENT FOUNDATION OF ILLINOISSpringfield, IllinoisPolice & Children Together

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LAW ENFORCEMENT FOUNDATION OF ILLINOISSpringfield, IllinoisTraining for Law Enforcement & Schools

LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT(SF)Monterey Park, CaliforniaRegional Tactical Communications System

LOS ANGELES POLICE DEPARTMENT (F)Los Angeles, California 69th and Main Street Apartment Project

LOWELL POLICE DEPARTMENTLowell, IndianaCops and Kids

MANCHESTER POLICE DEPARTMENT (F)Manchester, New HampshireSenior Outreach/Community Policing

MARGATE POLICE DEPARTMENTMargate, FloridaMargate Police Department Information DeliverySystem (MPDIDS)

MBTA TRANSIT POLICE DEPARTMENT (SF)Boston, MassachusettsStop Watch

METRO TRANSIT POLICE DEPARTMENTWashington, DCMetro Citizen Corps

MIAMI POLICE DEPARTMENTMiami, Florida Allapattah Crime Reduction

MIAMI POLICE DEPARTMENT (SF)Miami, FloridaOperation Difference

MIAMI-DADE POLICE DEPARTMENT (W)Miami, FloridaConvicted Offender DNA Non-ComplianceClearinghouse/Cold Case Squad

MIAMI-DADE POLICE DEPARTMENTMiami, FloridaNorth Operations Crime Reduction Initiative(NOCRI)

MICHIGAN STATE POLICE, MASON COUNTYSHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT, MICHIGAN WORKSManistee, MichiganProject Respeto

MILFORD POLICE DEPARTMENTMilford, DelawarePolice-Teen Relations Improvement

MILITARY POLICE OF THE STATE OF MINAS GERAIS(PMMG)City of Vespasiano, Minas Gerais, BrazilPolicy by Reference

MINISTRY OF COMMUNITY SAFETY & CORRECTIONAL SERVICES (SF)Toronto, Ontario, CanadaMajor Case Management System (MCM)

MIRAMAR POLICE DEPARTMENTMiramar, FloridaHangin’ With 5-0

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MONROVIA POLICE DEPARTMENTMonrovia, CaliforniaHigh-Risk Offender Program

MONTEREY PARK POLICE DEPARTMENTMonterey Park, CaliforniaChinese Citizen's Academy

NAPERVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT (SF)Naperville, IllinoisCommunity Connection

NASSAU COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENTMineola, New York First Precinct Explorer Post

NEW BRIGHTON DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETYNew Brighton, MinnesotaMulti-Family Housing Rental License Ordinance

NEW JERSEY OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL(SF)Trenton, New JerseyOffice of the Insurance Fraud Prosecutor

NEW ROCHELLE POLICE DEPARTMENT (W)New Rochelle, New York Combating Nightclub Crime and Disorder: AMulti-Faceted Partnership

NEW YORK CITY POLICE DEPARTMENTNew York, New YorkStrategic Approach to StoppingGraffiti/Vandalism

NEW YORK STATE POLICEAlbany, New York Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Unit

NEW YORK STATE POLICEAlbany, New York Upstate New York Regional Intelligence Center

OAKLAND COUNTY CLEMISPontiac, MichiganCOPS MORE Grant

OHIO ATTORNEY GENERAL’S OFFICEColumbus, OhioIdentity Theft Verification PASSPORT Program

OHIO ATTORNEY GENERAL’S OFFICEColumbus, Ohio Law Enforcement Gateway

OHIO STATE HIGHWAY PATROL (SF)Columbus, OhioStrategic Goal

ONONDAGA COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICESyracuse, New YorkSheriff 's Telling Our Parents Promoting EducatedDrivers (STOPPED)

ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICEOrillia, Ontario, CanadaMarine Collision Reporting System

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OVIEDO POLICE DEPARTMENTOviedo, Florida Juvenile Probation Interdiction Action Plan

PANAMA CITY POLICE DEPARTMENTPanama City, FloridaPublic Service Announcement Program

PENNSYLVANIA STATE POLICEApollo, PennsylvaniaTriggerlock Program

PENNSYLVANIA STATE POLICELancaster, PennsylvaniaActions Have Consequences

PENNSYLVANIA STATE POLICEMoon Township, PennsylvaniaAllegheny County Camp Cadet

PICAYUNE POLICE DEPARTMENTPicayune, MississippiPROUD/Picayune's Retired: Organized, Unitedand Dedicated

PINELLAS COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICELargo, FloridaFacial Recognition

PITTSBURGH POLICE DEPARTMENTPittsburgh, Pennsylvania COMPSTAR

PLANT CITY POLICE DEPARTMENTPlant City, FloridaPICS

PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENTPalmer Park, MarylandSouthern Maryland Interdiction Initiative

RICHLAND COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENTColumbia, South CarolinaProfessional Accountability, Communication,Teamwork

RIVERSIDE POLICE DEPARTMENTRiverside, IllinoisSenior Citizen Unit

ST. LOUIS COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENTClayton, Missouri CrimeMATRIX

SALISBURY POLICE DEPARTMENTSalisbury, MarylandEastern Shore Mobile Data System

SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY SHERIFF'SDEPARTMENTSan Bernardino, CaliforniaVictorville City Police Department's RetailInvestigators

SANTA FE CITY POLICE DEPARTMENTSanta Fe, New MexicoDepartment of Peace Initiative

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SCOTTSDALE POLICE DEPARTMENTScottsdale, ArizonaStrategic Planning Initiative

SEDGWICK COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICEWichita, KansasColleges, Cops & Kids

SHELBY COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICEMemphis, TennesseeALERT Team

SPOKANE POLICE DEPARTMENTSpokane, WashingtonCAPPUCCINO

TALLAHASSEE POLICE DEPARTMENTTallahassee, Florida SPEED Program

TITUSVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENTTitusville, Florida Zone 2 Strategic Revitalization Plan

TORONTO POLICE SERVICE TRAFFIC SAFETY UNITToronto, Ontario, CanadaOperation Ped Safe

TUCSON POLICE DEPARTMENTTucson, ArizonaSafety Through Deterrence (STD) Program

TULSA POLICE DEPARTMENTTulsa, OklahomaPC Power

UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI DEPARTMENT OFPUBLIC SAFETYCincinnati, OhioOfficers Development Program

UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA POLICE DEPARTMENT(SF)Athens, Georgia Planning for the Future: Creation of theEmergency Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Team

UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO POLICEDEPARTMENTChicago, IllinoisUICPD/CPD Joint Robbery Task Force

UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO POLICE SERVICEToronto, OntarioAboriginal Awareness Project

VACAVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENTVacaville, CaliforniaCommunity Safety Ordinance

VIRGINIA BEACH POLICE DEPARTMENTVirginia Beach, VirginiaEnhancing a Culture of Integrity

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WARWICK TOWNSHIP POLICE DEPARTMENTLititz, Pennsylvania Metamorphosis of a Police Force to a PoliceService

WATERLOO REGIONAL POLICE SERVICECambridge, Ontario, CanadaJustice Advisory Group: An Examination ofCommunity Collaboration in Youth Crime

WAYNE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICEDetroit, MichiganSheriff 's Last Call Unit

WEST DES MOINES POLICE DEPARTMENT (W)West Des Moines, IowaYouth Justice Initiative

WINOOSKI POLICE DEPARTMENTWinooski, VermontCommunity Justice Center

WOODCLIFF LAKE POLICE DEPARTMENTWoodcliff Lake, New JerseyCommunity Policing Sector Program

WYOMING POLICE DEPARTMENTWyoming, MichiganTaft Avenue Transformation Project

YALE UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENTNew Haven, ConnecticutHazardous Devices Unit (Bomb Squad)

YORK REGIONAL POLICE TRAFFIC BUREAUNewmarket, Ontario, CanadaOperation Winter Blitz

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