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ADDITIONAL PROGRAMSThere are a variety of department sponsored programs which assist officers in their daily duties, and provide additional outreach to the citizens of Elizabethtown. Some of these programs include: D.A.R.E. PROGRAMCONTACT: Sgt Tim Cleary 270-360-0207D.A.R.E. is the most widely accepted drug abuse prevention program in America. D.A.R.E. provides students with the skills necessary to resist negative peer pressure, avoid the temptation to use drugs, alcohol, and tobacco, and how to deal with violence. The D.A.R.E. program is taught by certified D.A.R.E. officers from the Elizabethtown Police Department to students in the Elizabethtown Independent Schools, Hardin County Schools, and to students at Saint James Catholic Schools. The Elizabethtown Police Department is proud of their commitment to the children within our community. D.A.R.E. is currently being taught in all the fifth grade classes of the Elizabethtown Independent Schools, Saint James Catholic School, and the G. C. Burkhead Elementary School, Elizabethtown Christian Academy, and Gloria Dei Lutheran Church School. The middle school D.A.R.E. program is being taught at the eighth grade level at Saint James Catholic School and T.K. Stone Junior High. Return To Top Of Page
COMP-U-KID IDENTIFICATIONCONTACT: Officer Virgil Willoughby 270-360-0207Computerized photographing and fingerprinting is provided by the Elizabethtown Police Department at several scheduled events throughout the year. Future events will be listed on the "Events" page of this web site. The child's photograph and fingerprints are captured and stored on a 3.5" floppy disk. The disk is then given to the parent for safe keeping. The police department does not maintain a copy of the information. If you have a group interested in participating in this program, contact Officer Virgil Willougby. Return To Top Of Page
NEIGHBOR UNITED ASSOCIATIONSCONTACT: Sgt Tim Cleary 270-360-0207In July 1993, the Elizabethtown Police Department adopted the Community Oriented Policing philosophy. As a result, neighborhood associations have been formed city-wide in an effort to get the community more involved with their police department and vice versa. Many of these groups meet monthly in their neighborhood to discuss problems and concerns. These problems are often crime-related, but other topics of discussion often include drainage, streets, and lighting concerns. Many of these association members volunteer at the departments three substations located in various locations of the city. Recently, many association members have become involved in the Citizens on Patrol Program, assisting police in "patrolling" their neighborhood streets. The program involves association members committing a specific number of "patrol" hours on a voluntary basis. In addition to the Neighbors United Project, the City of Elizabethtown endorses neighborhood beautification. Residents are encouraged to form Neighborhood Watch Programs in cooperation with the police department. Watch groups work to detect problems in their neighborhoods and bring those to the attention of the police department. A great start to crime prevention begins with the police educating others on crime awareness and networking of the information back to the police department through neighborhood watch groups. Return To Top Of Page
SPECIAL OLYMPICSCONTACT: Major Carl Bee and Darrell Brangers 270-765-4125Law enforcement officers throughout the nation cooperate together to raise money for the Special Olympics. In 1987, the Elizabethtown Police Department became involved in Special Olympics with officers raising money and using their own time to participate in the annual Torch Run to the Special Olympic Games held in Richmond, Kentucky. The funds that are raised go to help the children with special needs in the area. Last years local participation of the torch run raised $3000 and this year our goal is to exceed that amount. Anyone interested in participating in the run can contact Major Carl Bee or Darrell Brangers. Return To Top Of Page
ELIZABETHTOWN POLICE CADETCONTACT: Officer Virgil Willoughby 270-360-0207The
Elizabethtown Police Cadet Program is a strong and growing part of our
partnership between the youth of our community and the Elizabethtown Police
Department. The
purpose of cadet program is to develop
and maintain a positive relationship between police officers and young people
who are interested in a career in law enforcement by providing opportunities to
participate in educational and recreational activities. History: The Elizabethtown Police Explorer Post 454 began in 1991 and has
evolved into the Elizabethtown Police Cadet Program. The change to a cadet
program took place on March 1, 1998. The program began as a way to provide
career and leadership training to young people who are considering law
enforcement, and has developed into a substantial resource to the
police department and the community. Structure: The Police Cadet Program is open to young men and women between the
ages of sixteen and twenty-one. Positions of responsibility are
assigned to the cadets based on competence and attendance. Department personnel
known as Advisors supervise the program. These advisors have the responsibility
of maintaining discipline and ensuring that the program continues to be
worthwhile in its efforts. Meetings:
The cadets have at least one regular monthly meeting, which is
normally held on the first Tuesday of each month. The Cadets also meet at
various times throughout the year to support community and police activities,
ride with on duty officers, and participate in police related training
activities.
Activities: Listed
below are some of the activities that the cadets participate in during the year:
Objectives: To
develop an understanding of the role of the police in our community and to
obtain self-confidence, while learning those skills necessary to become a
leader. Cadet
Applicants Eligibility
Requirements are as follows:
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the purchase of clothing and other supplies during the Christmas holiday season,
and also encourage the children to purchase a special gift for themselves.
During the 2000 holiday season, 38 children were supported by this worthwhile
program. In 2001, donations were abundant and 52 children benefited.
Officers from the Elizabethtown Police Department, Kentucky State Police, and
Hardin County Sheriff volunteer their time to help make Shop with a Cop
successful. If you are interested in donating, contact Officer Virgil
Willoughby or Officer Terry Cox.