The Drumheller Police Committee is looking for input into this year’s policing priorities going forward.
Fred Makowecki, chair of the Police Committee says one of the many roles of the group is to help focus policing priorities based on the concerns of the community. He explains that prior to this, priories were set division wide.
He says it is important for residents to let their voices be heard. Over the last year he has listened to many people’s concerns regarding fraud as well as distracted driving and moving violations.
To help the committee bring these priories to the RCMP, simply go to http://www.dinosaurvalley.com/policing-committee-survey to fill out a short survey. The survey is confidential and will help set the goals.
The Drumheller Police Committee has made a difference in its short history, and is part of the broader Alberta Association Of Police Governance (AAPG), which will be descending on the valley for its annual conference this May.
The AAPG has been in existence since 2003, when the creation of the Alberta Police Act paved the way for policing committees. The theme of this year’s conference is Enhancing Governance, How to make the most of what you have.
The Conference runs Friday, May 2 and Saturday May 3. Makowecki, who is a board member of AAPG, said there will be all kinds of sessions starting at noon on Friday touching on topics including operations of policing and the RCMP, the structure of police governance, public complaints and FOIP.
The Drumheller Institution has made it possible for participants to tour its facility on Saturday morning before continuing with more sessions.
The conference also includes the organization’s AGM where it discusses its mandate and lobby points. Makowecki explains the AAPG has been successful in lobbying for a number of endeavors in policing including distracted driving legislation.
Leading up to the conference Makowecki is hoping to give delegates a warm welcome to the committee. And are looking for donations of small welcome gifts from businesses or community organizations.
For more information contact Makowecki at 403-823-8082.
