How the Patrol Works

Patrol members gather at the Northeast District Police Station for an update before each shift.  The Patrol goes out from 7:30 to 10:30 pm Thursday, Friday and Saturday.  One of the officers from the Community Relations Division, under Sgt. Drew Hall, briefs the volunteers and issues each member their postís bag of equipment.  The bag contains a map of their area and a notepad for maintaining a log of events, as well as any other supplies individuals may need.  Members pick up their illuminated sign before exiting the station and affix the sign to their carís rooftop.  This provides excellent visibility to residents, visitors, shoppers, and business owners.

 After a numbered call-in to assure that all vehicles are ready to begin the eveningís shift, cars exit the station and proceed to their assigned post.  Usually the post is the memberís own neighborhood.  This system provides extensive coverage, as members are most familiar with their own and immediate surrounding neighborhoods.  In addition to the neighborhoods,  assignments include the two commercial corridors.  This shift pays special attention when there are shoppers present to assure their safety going to and from their vehicle.