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Police Department - FY 24

To provide high quality police service to the Town of Orono, in order to protect the lives, property, rights, and peace of all individuals;
To protect the citizens and public from crime and the fear of crime;
To be highly responsive to community needs and safety;
To provide effective emergency response, aid and support, and help those in need whenever possible; and
To decrease Town liability.

Provision of municipal law enforcement is mandated by ordinance. Additionally, several of the functions under the direction of the Police Department are mandated municipal functions (Concealed Weapons License Processing, Animal Control, and administrative support). All activities undertaken by this department must comply with federal, state, and local regulations regarding employment, safety, and law enforcement.

24 hr/day patrol coverage, emergency response, and law enforcement
Full time presence in Elementary, Middle, & High Schools
Case Investigation & Court Preparation
Community Presentations, Programs, & Involvement
Liquor Law Enforcement and Training
Maine Law Enforcement Accreditation Program
Animal Control Initial Response with Support from Regional ACO
Strong Mutual Aid Relationships
School Crossing Guards
Work Collaboratively with the Fire Department on Calls and Other Public Safety Matters
Concealed Weapons License Processing
Administrative Support (Postings, Delivering Municipal Documents, etc)
Active Professional Development & Sponsorship of Regional Training Opportunities
Participation on Local, Regional, & Statewide Boards and Committees
Co-coordination of Town's Emergency Response Plan

Personnel: 15 FTE

Capital Equipment: