Webb City honored for community-law enforcement partnership
We recently reported on the Joplin Police Department receiving the Missouri Blue Shield designation, now officials with Webb City PD have announced on Facebook they have also received the prestigious designation.
Officials say the Blue Shield designation is awarded communities and departments who lower crime and put forth a collaborative effort with their local law enforcement.
'Public safety is the foundation of a thriving community and state. It affects everything from families feeling secure to businesses having the confidence to invest and grow,' said Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe.
'We designed the Missouri Blue Shield Program to recognize communities that go above and beyond in creating a place where people want to live, work, and build their futures. A Missouri Blue Shield designation is a testament to the hard work and dedication of local governments across Missouri who are leading the way in making public safety a priority.'
'The Department of Public Safety is proud to work alongside communities like the City of Webb City, that have shown exceptional dedication to enhancing public safety,' said Mark James, Director of the Missouri Department of Public Safety (DPS). 'This program is about fostering collaboration between local law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve. Our goal is to support these efforts, providing resources and guidance to help communities build sustainable, long-term solutions for crime reduction and public safety.'
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