Like many organizations at this time of year, we want to take a moment to look back and reflect upon the past 12 months. 2009 was a busy year for the EPPD. While the most visible part of our work is fighting crime, handling traffic violations, going on medical calls and responding to other emergencies, we have also been busy doing things that the public doesn’t often see.
The biggest behind-the-scenes project has been the implementation of New World, an integrated Police and Fire Management System, which will help make information sharing between the Police and Fire Departments more efficient, eliminate redundant data entry and aid faster response times.
Sgt. Matt Sackett demonstrates a SAFER tool
We initiated several new programs in the Police Department including SAFER, which helps kids and adults who are prone to wandering stay safe. We conducted a Citizen’s Academy, joined Crime Stoppers and became a member of the REACH program which provides books for children who are involved in police response calls.
EPPD Officers at the Peace Officers Memorial
Our staff managed the scenes of two plane crashes, closed a massage business that was engaged in criminal activity, caught suspects in several robberies and made over 22,000 traffic stops. We also participated in many of our annual activities including Safety Camp, the Polar Plunge, Night to Unite, My Book Day, the Special Olympics Torch Run and the Peace Officers Memorial Honor Guard.
We are proud of the work we have done in 2009 and look forward to continuing to serve Eden Prairie in the coming year.
