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Mounds View Police 2024 Quarter 1 Synopsis This quarter has been challenging with staffing issues. With that said, we did hire Officer Isabel Torres in March and she is on phase 1 of her training. She has been a great addition to our department and we look forward to her positive contributions in the future. Recruitment and retention will continue to be a priority as staffing levels and recruitment continue to be challenging. MVPD is currently working on an updated recruitment flyer, MVPD specialty brochure, and a recruitment video. We have continued to increase our social media presence and by attending career fairs like the Mankato Criminal Justice Spring 2024 Career and Internship Fair. MVPD will continue to invest in our officers by a variety of avenues to include officer professional development, training, and officer wellness. This was demonstrated by several officers attending various training courses throughout the quarter. The Mounds View Police Department continues to engage in outreach activities. MVPD partnered with the Mounds View Police Foundation with our 7t" annual Daddy/Daughter Dance. This continues to be one of the most requested and sought-after outreach events that is offered. MVPD also participated in the Polar Plunge where we raised almost $2,400 for Special Olympics MN. We also participated in a Coffee with a Cop event and it was well attended with positive citizen and police conversations. Sgt. Hanson and K9 Officer Aase were awarded the lifesaving award. These officers went above and beyond the call of duty to quickly respond to the emergency call, provide efficient and effective first aid/CPR, and get the victim to the hospital in order for them to get more advanced care. Officer Ohlendorf was also recognized by the MN State Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) office for his proactive efforts in enforcing traffic laws by arresting impaired drivers and making traffic safety a priority. His efforts make a significant impact on the safety of the community. Officer Ohlendorf will be recognized at the Annual Law Enforcement Recognition Awards Event in May. Officer Ohlendorf will also be recognized by the Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) as an honorable mention TZD DWI all-star for his proactive traffic enforcement efforts. In addition to proactive traffic enforcement efforts, Flock Camera Safety Systems are beginning to be installed throughout the city. This will be another enforcement tool officers can use in order to keep the community safe. Various training opportunities were made available throughout this quarter to include handgun and rifle shoots, Virtual Reality (VR) training, defensive tactics and instructor training, less than lethal weapons training (Taser, Bolawrap, 40mm impact munitions, chemical irritant training), and reality -based scenario training in which the vacant houses acquired by the city were utilized. This provides officers the opportunity to participate in reality -based scenarios which will be definitely carry over to real life police interactions on the streets. Officers also attended various professional development training to include investigations training, narcotics training, Field Training Officer (FTO) training, and leadership courses. As we move into the spring, the MVPD will continue to be active in the community with various outreach activities, proactive patrols/enforcement, and training opportunities.