Poulsbo Police Department 2013 Annual Report
The Year of Change
DEPARTMENT MISSION AND VALUES MISSION STATEMENT The City of Poulsbo Police Department has been established to preserve the public peace, prevent crime, detect and arrest violators of the law, protect life and property, enforce criminal laws of the State of Washington and the City of Poulsbo Municipal Code.
ORGANIZATIONAL VALUES
Integrity Professionalism requires impeccable honesty, integrity and respect. As a practical matter, ethical conduct cannot be assured by written policies, codes or oaths. It must be an integral part of the organization, a deeply engrained tradition that assures citizens questionable practices do not exist. Anything less is unacceptable. Service Quality delivery of services are both a personal and organizational commitment. The department will make every effort to deliver professional, quality service to its citizens as it deals with problems of crime and public safety. We are committed to working toward and improving the quality of life for our families and our community.
Fiscal Responsibility The department is dedicated to managing its resources in a careful and efficient manner, so there is maximum return for each dollar spent. Our People The department must strive to attract and maintain highly qualified personnel capable of working in the highly complex area of law enforcement. Our organization wants employees to enjoy their work and to be proud of their achievements. We are proud of the people we have in our organization, their performance and their dedication to their jobs. Success within the organization depends upon relationships based on dignity, mutual respect, support and accountability among all individuals. 2
Chief Alan L. Townsend In the later part of 2013 the mayor and council approved new programs that will be a vital part of our enforcement efforts in 2014, including the addition of a narcotics enforcement detective; a new traffic enforcement motorcycle program; and a narcotics canine program. The motorcycle program will help us to combat an ever growing number of citizen complaints about traffic issues and will allow us to better work the more narrow streets in the city. The narcotics canine program and narcotics detective will allow us to proactively interdict the most notorious illegal drugs in our community that are impacting our quality of life. 2014 should prove to be another exciting year of challenges and change. As we look to the future we must work to stay ahead of the needs of the community and be prepared for the future growth of Poulsbo. And we must continue to find innovative ways to do this with limited new revenue.
A word from the Chief Mayor Erickson, City Council Members, and Community Members, It is my pleasure to present to you the 2013 Poulsbo Police Department Annual Report. Please take a moment to review the valuable information contained within this report.
Sincerely, Alan L. Townsend Chief of Police
2013 was a year of significant change within the department. Besides being my first year as your police chief, it was also a year of other staffing changes, including the hiring of new officers and support staff. In addition to personnel, we made some progressive changes in staff assignments and in the general methods that we do business, making our agency more efficient and effective. The most troubling issue that we came face to face with last year was the huge spike in heroin use. It seemed like it happened overnight. Poulsbo, like most communities across the country, saw this problem become an epidemic. Some communities are working hard to combat the problem while many other cities are still in denial. No community is immune to this problem. Mayor Erickson and I worked hard to put together a very proactive 4 prong approach to combating heroin in Poulsbo, and from what we have seen so far, it’s working. 3
Table of Contents Mission Statement & Organizational Values A Word from the Chief Our Department The Organization of the Police Department Accomplishments & Future Objectives Recognition of City Citizens & Employees COPPS Program Events Community Outreach Year End Statistics Budget Statistics Washington NIBRS Submission Statistics Agency Comparison Stats Department Units 2013 Department Employees
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Our Department Operations The Field Operations of the Poulsbo Police Department combines traditional police services of uniformed patrol officers and investigative follow-up. This includes various specialties including Field Training Officers, Marine Patrol Officers, a Detective, Reserve Police Officers and Volunteers in Police Services.
Support Services Our Support Services provide the essential administrative and support necessary to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of police services. This mission is accomplished through an interactive network of highly specialized and distinctively diverse activities which both support and strengthen the police department’s mission. The division provides supervision, coordination, training, and staffing of all technical support sections within the Department. The Support Services Divisions is comprised of, but not limited to the following specialties: Records Management, Communications, Property/Evidence, Background Fingerprinting, Alarms, Data Entry, Accounts Payable and Receivable, CPL’S, Customer Service, and Court/Citation Records Keeping. The Records section is staffed 5 days a week, Monday – Friday, between the hours of 8:00 am to 4:30 pm excluding holidays. There are a total of three positions that complete the section and all play a vital part in the successful operation of the Poulsbo Police Department.
Evidence and Property The Poulsbo Police Department Property and Evidence section is comprised of one Sergeant , one Police Clerk, and one Community Service Officer. These services include: receiving, securing, maintaining, releasing/destroying and controlling the Chain of Evidence, as well as processing the final disposition of all police evidence, found property and items being kept for safekeeping. Our Property and Evidence staff work closely with police officers, investigators, courts and the Washington State crime lab to insure the integrity of all items booked into the Property and Evidence section. The Technicians fully understand property and evidence management, the laws and procedures governing evidence retention and disposition of property.
Services Provided Services provided by the Police Department include but are not limited to: Investigate and Document Crimes Arrest Perpetrators Investigate Traffic Accidents Enforce Traffic Laws
Vacation House Checks Conduct Year Round Officer Training Provide Record Information to the Public Neighborhood Watch Programs
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The Organization of the Police Department Police Chief Alan Townsend (2013) Deputy Chief Robert Wright (1990)
Operation Division
Patrol Sergeant Howard Leeming (1991) Technology Uniforms Internal Affairs Scheduling COPPS Marine Patrol
Support Service Division
Patrol Sergeant John Halsted (1996)
Patrol Sergeant Andy Pate (1993)
Off Duty Work Fleet Gangs/Graffiti X-52/Narcotics Internal Affairs COPPS Range
COPPS FTO Training Internal Affairs Reserves/VIPS Property/Evidence
Support Service Manager MaryCarol Howerton (1978) Administration Operations Budget/Payroll Department Finance Ileads Administrator Business Firearm License Inventory/Assets EOC City Wide Safety Committee
CPL’s
Patrol Officer David Gesell (2002)
Patrol Officer Nick Hoke (1993)
Detective Valerie Nau (2009)
Police Clerk Charles Foster (2011)
Patrol Officer Troy Grossman (1993)
Patrol Officer Lee Wheeler (2013)
Patrol Officer Stacey Smaaladen (1995)
Police Clerk Susan Rufener (2013)
Patrol Officer Justin Gillen (2005)
Patrol Officer Daniel LaFrance (1998)
Patrol Officer Jennifer Corn (2013) 2012 BUDGET 1,5,558
Patrol Officer David Shurick (2000)
CSO Don Kennedy (2012)
Patrol Officer Shawn Ziemann (1994) 5
Accomplishments & Future Objectives Objectives 2013 to 2014
Accomplishments December 2013, the Agency hired Susan Rufener to fill the vacant Police Clerk position.
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Improve Overall Police Services
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Improve Service to Community through Modernization of Training
In 2013, the Agency filled the vacant Patrol Officer positions. We are proud to appoint Jennifer Corn and Lee Wheeler to fill the role for the Department.
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Maintain compliance with Federal and State Laws
√ Develop closer ties with the Community √
Suppression of Crime
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A method of maintaining confidence in police performance through review of video recordings of
The Poulsbo Police Department believes in the success of the City’s future by focusing on the departments strong bond between Law Enforcement and the citizens. We as members of the Poulsbo Police Department commit ourselves to the best interests of the community we serve. We believe that the protection of life and property is our highest priority.
actual police events
√ Maintain a Current Modernized Policy Manual
using Suquamish Casino Impact funds, purchased four police mountain bikes and the associated equipment to outfit and begin 2012 In 2011 the City Council approved
Department Committees and Boards funding for a Uniformed Bicycle Patrol Program. In the
Public Safety Committee last quarter of 2011, the Police Department, using This committee was established to consider matters related to the Police Department, Municipal Court, claims against the city, reports from the city attorney, review of draft ordinances and other legal matters. •Councilmen Connie Lord •Chief Alan Townsend •Court Administrator
•Councilmen Jeff McGinty •Judge Jeff Tolman
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•Councilmen Ed Stern •Mayor Becky Erickson
Employee Recognition 15 Years of Service
20 Years of Service
35 Years of Service
Dan LaFrance
Troy Grossman Nick Hoke Andy Pate
MaryCarol Howerton
2013 New Hire 2 0 1 3 Officer Lee Wheeler
Mayor Becky Erickson swearing in Sgt John Halsted
Police Clerk Susan Rufener
Judge Jeff Tolman swearing in Chief Alan Townsend
Helen Wytko (2013)
Mayor Erickson swearing in Officer Jennifer Corn
Ricki Sabado (1984-2013)
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Wendy Davis 2012-2013
R E C O G N I T I O N
COPPS– Community Oriented Policing & Problem Solving Sectors
Community Oriented Policing and Problem Solving (COPPS) made its grand appearance in 2009. Officer’s were briefed on the promotional goals and philosophy of COPPS. It was well received and because officers of the Poulsbo Police Department are very “community involved”, the officers quickly adapted to this philosophy. Since its inception, our officers have reached out to the community in an attempt to empower them to participate in the safety and quality of life of their communities and neighborhoods. Several officer’s have spoken at home owner association meetings, bringing them information on Neighborhood Watch programs, crime prevention, and giving them contact information for the officers in their areas.
Sector 1: Schools & Marinas Sector 2: Downtown Core District & Poulsbo Village Sector 3: Olhava Development & Viking Way Businesses
In 2011 the department assigned each of the three sectors of the City to each one of the three patrol Sergeants in the police department. The Sergeants are tasked with familiarizing themselves with their assigned Sectors and understanding the challenges facing those areas and their effect on the citizens. Sergeants will act as the contact point for citizens in those Sectors. Sergeants will utilize available resources and manpower to address concerns, problems and complaints for their assigned Sectors.
The COPPS program as a whole has been considered a success. It has helped the department stay focused on the problems and concerns of our public and helped formalize the logistics of handling and resolving issues in those Sectors
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Events Viking Fest In 2013 Viking Fest celebrated its Anniversary. Preparations began with months of planning and participation between the City, local businesses and the Viking Fest Corp. This three day celebration brings crowds from all over and includes a lot of activities such as a fun run, carnival, parade and music in the park. For 2013, the police worked approximately 217.75 hours of overtime to provide security for this event. The Reserve Police Officers donated over 82 hours and the Volunteers in Police Service provided over 96.5 hours of volunteer time to provide security and traffic control.
Street Dance The City of Poulsbo hosted its annual street dance which consisted of food, beverages and live local music. The extra patrols by the Officers as well as the Reserve Officers and Citizen Volunteers made the event safe and vibrant for everyone. The Reserve Officers donated 8 hours and the paid staff gave 26.5 hours of overtime.
3rd of July The 3rd of July Festival in Poulsbo draws thousands of visitors and boaters into the City limits each year. Because of the short duration of the event, it creates a unique challenge for Police. There are thousands of people flooding into and out of town in just a matter of hours. To meet this challenge, the Police Department provided 102.5 hours of overtime, 23 Reserve Officers hours and 16 Volunteer in Police Services hours.
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Community Outreach Police Participated in Local Programs and Events: •Shop with a Cop •Touch-A-Truck •Kids Day
We are committed to forging an alliance with our citizens and community guests to encourage problem solving, communication and trust.
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Lions presented a $1,000 check to Poulsbo Officer Nick Hoke and Chief Al Townsend for the police department's narcotics dog on November 25. On hand were (left to right): Lions Sherri Burch, Janet Marie Valiga, Lynnea Heerman and Mayor Becky Erickson, as well as King Lion Pat Burch. The funds were raised at our September Fall Fling Dinner Auction.
Officer Smaaladen coordinated efforts to help make a local family’s Christmas special. The PD collected food and wrapped presents. THANK YOU to all of the Officers, Sergeants, PPD Staff, VIPS, Reserve Officers and everyone else who helped out this year's 2013 Streun Christmas Family.
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Year End Statistics Part One Crimes
2012
Homicide
2011 Part One Crimes
2013
2
0
Rape (includes attempts) Robbery Assault Burglary Larceny-Theft Motor Vehicle Theft
3 8 54 81 290 11
7 4 49 51 263 11
Total Part One Crimes
449
385
CRIMINAL HOMICIDE, 0
FORCIBLE RAPE ROBBERY ASSAULT
BURGLARY BURGLARY, 49 LARCENY, 262
2013 342 304 27 229
Follow Up Detail Traffic Stops Total Citations Noise Complaints Welfare Check
734 3122 1031 87 306
795 2814 `1520 77 371
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171
2012 9360 12139 1595
ROBBERY, 4 ASSAULT, 70
2012 312 326 16 667
Population Calls For Service Written Incident Rpt
CRIMINAL HOMICIDE
MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT, 5
Calls For Service Alarms Agency Assist Missing Persons Parking Complaints
VUCSA-Violation Uniform Substance Act
FORCIBLE RAPE, 3
LARCENY MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT
Arrests 2010
2013 9775 11653 1392
2011
3%
DUI
26%
PARKING TICKETS DWLS
58%
TRAFFICE COLLISIONS
7% 6%
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CITATIONS ISSUED
Budget Statistics 2010 ACTUAL
ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION SALARIES & WAGES PERSONNEL BENEFITS SUPPLIES OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES **OPERATIONS** SALARIES & WAGES PERSONNEL BENEFITS SUPPLIES OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES **CRIME PREVENTION** SUPPLIES OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES **TRAFFIC** SALARIES & WAGES BENEFITS **PROPERTY ROOM ** SALARIES & WAGES BENEFITS SUPPLIES OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES **RESERVES PROGRAM ** SUPPLIES OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES **M ARINE SAFETY PROGRAM ** SALARIES & WAGES BENEFITS SUPPLIES OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES TOTAL POLICE
2011 ACTUAL
2012 BUDGET
2013 BUDGET
1,482,881 571,263 60,111 49,999
1,343,842 556,240 49,313 38,315
1,421,327 610,220 50,676 49,609
335,989 150,581 48,015 25,776
-76% -75% -5% -48%
121,721 6,667 49,322 48,214
131,451 9,575 57,817 43,255
108,231 12,400 45,404 49,016
964,227 372,852 45,404 68,149
791% 2907% 0% 39%
935 1,316
168
700 -
700 -
0% 0%
-
-
-
275,354 113,215
0% 0%
-
-
-
38,778 14,864 1,500 5,500
0% 0% 0% 0%
-
1,287
2,875 800
2,875 800
0% 0%
-
2,231,263
2,351,258
2,464,579
0% 0% 0% 0% 5%
2,392,429
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
Police Chief
1
1
1
1
1
1
Deputy Chief
1
1
1
1
1
1
Sergeant
3
3
3
3
3
3
Patrol Officer
11
12
11
10
10
10
Detective
2
1
1
1
1
1
Support Services Manager
1
1
1
1
1
1
Police Clerk
3
3
3
2
2
1.5
CSO
0
0
0
0
.6
.6
Evidence Room Manager
0
0
0
0
0
.5
Total Police Department
22
22
21
19
19
19.6
POSITION
% CHANGE
13
2 0 1 3
Washington NIBRS Submission Statistics
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Washington NIBRS Submission Statistics
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Agency Comparison Statistics POLICE EVENTS ************** * * * * * * JAN FEB MAR APR
BAINBRIDGE IS. BREMERTON
MAY
JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
1,174 994 1,091 1,049 1,190 1,407 1,363 1,374 1,307 1,385 1,198 1,140 5,358 4,843 5,653 5,578 5,621 6,069 6,518 6,210 5,985 5,919 5,218 5,116
2013
2012
Y-T-D
Y-T-D
TOTAL
TOTAL
% change
14,672 68,088
12,287 65,027
19.4% 4.7%
Kitsap Animal Rescue 427 467 498 390
521
618
742
578
534
515
472
402
6,164
5,712
7.9%
Kitsap CORONER
19
31
38
29
25
30
37
29
337
240
40.4%
100,948
99,710
1.2%
89
91
-2.2%
3,034
2,882
5.3%
2,222 2,096 2,255 2,050 2,035 2,103 2,122 2,071 2,121 2,073 2,011 2,093 982 789 999 993 1,224 1,093 1,239 1,260 1,238 1,158 1,034 944 920 722 765 868 967 1,012 1,008 914 786 762 780 759
25,252 12,953 10,263
25,182 13,256 11,600
0.3% -2.3% -11.5%
19,85 17,79 19,85 19,23 21,74 22,52 20,19 20,29 19,10 4 5 7 4 20,626 2 2 21,622 7 9 6 18,946
241,800
235,987
2.46%
KCSO
33
22
22
22
8,450 7,656 8,306 8,046 8,787 9,043 9,168 8,948 7,946 8,213 8,141 8,244
PORT GAMBLE NR
30
2
8
3
5
15
4
8
9
0
1
4
PORT GAMBLE PD
258
204
260
235
257
351
320
230
246
244
214
215
PORT ORCHARD POULSBO SUQUAMISH Total Events
Law Enforcement Activity
25,000
0% 11% 5% 4%
3%
BREMERTON
15,000
KAR
42%
0%
20,000
BAINBRIDGE IS.
1%
28%
6%
10,000
CORONER KCSO
5,000
PORT GAMBLE NR
0
2011 2012
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Department Units Hostage Negotiator/Crisis Intervention Officer Officer D. Shurick is an active member with the Kitsap County Crisis Intervention Team. He is an F.B.I. Trained Hostage Negotiator and Washington State recognized Crisis Intervention Officer. As a result of this training he has either assisted or been lead Officer during many crisis calls. Officer D. Shurick
Definitions: Hostage Negotiator: Trained to negotiate with a person, or persons for the release of one or more hostages. Crisis Intervention Officer: A person who has been provided with skills, tools and tactics to safely deescalate persons in mental or developmental disability crisis. That person has been given training in different mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, crisis intervention techniques, community resources and all major areas useful in interacting with persons in crisis. Crisis Intervention Team Training Since 2008 the Poulsbo Police Department has taken the lead in Kitsap County with the first-ever Police Officer trained as a Crisis Intervention Officer. This Officer has responded to numerous mental distress calls during the past six years. In 2013, this same Officer represented the Poulsbo Police Department at numerous mental health tax initiative panels with other county leaders, appearing on local television talk-shows and conducted press interviews pushing for the passing of this important tax. After it was successfully passed by the Kitsap County Commissioners Poulsbo PD continues to work with community leaders, citizens, mental health professionals, private organizations, local hospitals and other law enforcement agencies in order to realize a county-wide Crisis Intervention Officer network. As a result, each law Kitsap County law enforcement agency (with exception of tribal) now have a Officers and Deputies that have been identified as Crisis Intervention Officers and meetings are ongoing to develop mirrored Crisis Intervention policies. This is an exciting time for the Poulsbo Police Department and it is our goal to keep moving forward with this very important and needed program.
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Department Units Marine Patrol Working hand in hand with Kitsap Mental Health, the Criminal Justice Training Center and the State of Washing-
ton, the Poulsbo Police Department spearheaded, hosted and cofacilitated the first-ever Kitsap County Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) 40 -hour course of instruction. During 2008 through 2010 funding for this The Poulsbo Police Department has designated marine patrol officers who are assigned to waterway patrols. Some of the Unit’s call-outs are completed in conjunction with other law enforcement agencies including the Kitsap County Sheriff’s Office, Bainbridge Island, Little Boston Tribal, Suquamish Tribal, Washington State Ferries and the Coast Guard.
Officers participate in numerous public events and presentations throughout the year. The Officers enforce Washington State boating laws and regulations to ensure a safe and enjoyable boating experience for the many recreational boaters that enjoy Liberty Bay waterways each year. To enhance the safety of boaters, Police Officers inspect boats for compliance with safety equipment requirements and check boat operators for compliance with boat operator certification requirements. Police Officers also investigate boating accidents that occur within the City of Poulsbo waters. Officers D. Gesell, S. Ziemann, J. Halsted, T. Grossman, Sgt. H. Leeming & V. Nau
Field Training Officers
Sgt. A. Pate
D. LaFrance
Our Cadre of Field Training Officers provide a vital supplement to the classroom training new officers received at the Washington State Basic Law Enforcement Academy. FTO’s are tasked with guiding new officers through the crucial, initial stage, of law enforcement. This guided process will impact new officers in many ways and will lay a foundation that will shape their entire careers. Even in the case of new Poulsbo Police Officers who have prior experience in law enforcement, this period of training serves to confirm the knowledge and experience of those new officers. This program is a highly structured and closely supervised process and every officer who wears the Poulsbo uniform must undergo its rigorous standards. It is because of these standards that FTO’s are carefully chosen from our own ranks. Officers who are chosen to be FTO’s are considered to be officers who uphold our agencies standards. It is a tribute to the trust and confidence the Department has in them and their ability to not only train but also act as role models.
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Department Units Sex Offender Registration Program
Chaplain
In times of crisis, Chaplains can be of great assistance to the Public and Officers. We are proud to have Ken Bailey to fill that role. Ken is an experienced Chaplain, serving with the Kitsap County Sheriff’s Office as well as the Poulsbo Fire Department. K. Bailey
Bicycle Patrol
Due to the Community Protection Act of 1990, which mandates sex offenders to register, law enforcement agencies are routinely tracking
In 2011 the City Council approved funding for a Uniformed Bicycle Patrol Program. In 2013 the Police Department assigned several qualified officers for positions in this new program. These officers will be assigned to conduct bicycle patrols mainly in business districts around the City providing highly visible and community oriented policing. Other areas they will be patrolling are parks and neighborhoods. These officers are tasked with conducting traffic, parking and festival emphasis. Bicycle patrol will offer officers a unique method of policing which will allow a more personal level of service to our citizens. Sgt. A. Pate, and Officers N. Hoke, J. Gillen, S. Ziemann, V. Nau and T. Grossman
Detective Unit Our departments Detective, Valerie Nau is assigned to conduct follow-up investigations. The Detective investigates crimes committed in specialized fields such as homicides, assaults, sex crimes, burglaries, thefts, frauds, crimes against persons, crimes against property, etc. Detective Nau also investigates referrals from other agencies including, but not limited to, referrals from Child Protective Services and Adult Protective Services. The Detective routinely initiates investigations into liquor violations, drug activity, and any other criminal offenses discovered to be occurring within the city. Additionally, Detective Nau routinely provides a wide variety of training to local businesses, banks, and community groups. This training most commonly involves fraud and counterfeit training, as well as mock bank robberies for our local banks and credit unions. The Detective also provides additional assistance to the patrol division as needed for priority calls for service and shortages in the patrol schedule. Detective Nau is also one of the Marine Officers for the department and patrols in Marine 6 when needed.
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Sex Offender Registration Due to the Community Protection Act of 1990, which mandates sex offenders to register, law enforcement agencies are routinely tracking where sex offenders are living. The city has an average of five to ten sex offender residents at any one time. All offenders are currently meeting their requirements.
Reserve Program In 2013, Poulsbo Police Reserve Officers assisted full time officers by handling calls for service and conducting investigations, traffic enforcement, making arrests, writing police reports and testifying in court. Our Reserve Officers volunteer and give a significant amount of time to the citizens of Poulsbo. In 2013 our reserve force combined for over 752 hours of donated time to the City of Poulsbo. In the beginning of 2013, Reserve Officer David Lom was honored by receiving the 2013 MADD award for having removed the highest number of DUI drivers from the City of Poulsbo's roads.
B. Henson
A. Biddix
D. Lom
VIPS– Volunteers in Police Services The Volunteers in Police Services Program is comprised of men and women from various age groups starting from age 21. The program started in 1996 and currently has 9 members.
The Poulsbo Police Department is committed to recruiting, training and retaining eager volunteers who recognize and participate in our rewarding community oriented policing and problem solving “COPPS” program.
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2013 Department Employees
Chief of Police Alan Townsend
Sergeant H. Leeming
Deputy Chief Robert Wright
Sergeant J. Halsted
Sergeant A. Pate
Support Services Manager M. Howerton
Officer T. Grossman
Officer D. LaFrance
Officer S. Smaaladen
Officer D. Shurick
Officer N. Hoke
Detective V. Nau
Officer J. Gillen
Officer D. Gesell
Officer S. Ziemann
Officer L. Wheeler
CSO D. Kennedy
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Officer J. Corn
C. Foster
S. Rufener
Poulsbo Police Department
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