The Signal Hill Police Department has been selected as an award winner by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW) for its community policing outreach efforts, specifically its National Night Out program. The NATW is a nonprofit organization dedicated to develop and promote various crime prevention programs, including National Night Out, which was introduced in 1984 to promote police-community partnerships.
On Aug. 6, 2013, the SHPD hosted its 10th annual National Night Out program at Reservoir Park. The event, which was attended by approximately 950 citizens, included games, vendors, a gift give-away, a police-officer dunk tank and food, according to the SHPD.
“This event is a really positive opportunity for the community to meet with our police officers and develop positive partnerships,” said Police Chief Michael Langston. “We are proud that this event has grown over the past few years. We are also grateful for the support of the City Council and the numerous sponsors that make this event possible. Frankly, this event could not happen without their support.”
This is the third consecutive year that SHPD has been recognized for the National Night Out event.
Source: SHPD
