To the Citizens of Chesterfield County:
Dear Chesterfield County Citizens,
Each year presents new opportunities and challenges for the Chesterfield
County Police Department and each year our employees meet those head
on. The year 2002 was no different.
As our community's population steadily increased, so did our citizens
needs. Despite the increased demand for service, the Chesterfield County
Police Department's commitment to our citizens' safety remained our number
one priority.
In the past year, we maintained both the lowest crime rate
and cost per capita in the Richmond metropolitan area. We were the
recipients of several awards including the NACO Achievement Award for
the Success Through Education and Proactive Policing Program (STEPP),
the IACP National Chief's Challenge second place Municipal Agency Award
and first place Technology Award, and the VACP Law Enforcement Challenge
first place Municipal Agency Award. We also partnered with the Virginia
Center for School Safety to create a curriculum for Governor Warner's
KidSafe Virginia, modeled after our successful STEPP program.
The opportunities and challenges we faced in 2002 allowed us to reflect
on our legacy and plan for our future. The 2002 Annual Report illustrates
and celebrates the achievements of the Chesterfield County Police Department.
These achievements would not have been possible without the support of
our citizens. Thank you for your continued support.
Sincerely,
Colonel Carl R. Baker
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