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2016 Annual Report • Police Department • St. Anthony Village, Minnesota <br /> <br /> <br />9 | Page <br /> <br />V. Patrol Review <br />PREPARED BY SERGEANT MARK DOKKEN <br />It is an honor and privilege to provide a summary on the most visible aspect of the St. Anthony <br />Police Department. The distinguished men and women of the patrol division are undoubtedly <br />the “Face of the Department.” These folks answer emergency calls for service day and night, <br />winter and summer, and holiday seasons in which most are spending quality time with loved <br />ones. It is without hesitation that these individuals arrive to assist with calls ranging from <br />mundane nuisance calls to violent crimes in progress. They are entrusted to respond to those <br />crisis that encompass the very worst moments of the lives of our citizens. They do it willingly <br />and often without regard to their own safety. They are called upon to perform deeds that few <br />will ever understand, appreciate, or ever be able to perform themselves. <br /> <br />The St. Anthony Police Department’s Patrol Division has a rich tradition of being proactive in <br />their daily patrols. As our vision statement reads, “Our department places an added emphasis <br />on public service, public relations, juvenile relations, and crime prevention”. Our officers <br />continue to meet this vision by being out and about and visible in the community. Getting to <br />know the community members is essential in building trust and gaining support. Nobody <br />knows the community more than the residents themselves. By gaining their support, we can <br />work as one to problem solve and make neighborhoods safe for all. <br /> <br />2016 has been a challenging year for Law Enforcement both in St. <br />Anthony and nationwide. Never has this profession been so <br />scrutinized. With many, nationwide , wanting to paint a negative <br />image of police, the fine members of the patrol division have not lost <br />sight of our ultimate goal of “Safety Through Service.” As is written <br />on our squad cars, our motto simply suggests that we go the extra <br />mile in achieving a goal of building a safe community. Whether it’s <br />assisting children cross a busy road or keeping a civil disturbance <br />peaceful and orderly, our patrol staff work tirelessly to promote a <br />safe environment to live, work, and play.