Public Safety
Public Safety is a top priority for local and state government agencies, encompassing the protection of citizens through law enforcement, emergency response, and crime prevention strategies. Effective public safety measures are essential for maintaining order and ensuring the well-being of communities. This directory offers articles on public safety and related topics like Emergency Management, which focuses on preparing for and responding to natural disasters, public health crises, and other emergencies that impact community safety.
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Thousands of first responders and survivors rely on the WTC Health Program to get treatment related to injuries and illnesses caused by the toxins at Ground Zero
“Body-worn cameras have become an essential tool in law enforcement, and I’m pleased that we can help more local agencies equip their officers with them,” Gov. Mike DeWine stated
The teams will focus on upending “trafficking corridors” and operate in a cross-jurisdictional fashion, collaborating across state lines
And when officers do stop drivers, they must explain that the motorist can deny a request to search the vehicle
The new anti-recidivism program is an option for some misdemeanors and non-violent felonies
The new fines would kick in after the third false alarm in a calendar year, starting at $100 for the fourth false alarm, $200 for the fifth and $300 for the sixth and any additional false alarms
The program, which is funded by donations, is “totally upending the dynamics of a traffic stop”
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The Springfield Community Crisis Response Team would be comprised of one EMT or nurse and one clinician that would be available 24/7 to respond to non-violent 911 calls
Some city council members objected. “We are not looking to have civilians do exactly what police officers do”
The team members voted to disband over a perceived lack of support from City Hall, a lieutenant said
The city-owned homes are stationed in neighborhoods where officers can build community relationships and host meetings
Organizations and citizens have a “shared responsibility” to defend their data, computer hardware and software systems from ransomware attacks
Tarrant County’s largest mental health provider is the jail, but a new program hopes to change that
Police Chief Medaria Arradondo said the money would help cover a small percentage of the overtime shifts amid an officer shortage and costs associated with the trial of Derek Chauvin
The role would require working with existing FD leadership to develop plans for meeting the agreed-upon goals agreed and address issues raised in recent study
The Hunt County Commissioners Court will brief the public on the proposed creation of an ESD and a tax rate connected to the district
The payment program will allow more funds to be collected for low acuity calls, and provide expanded care
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