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The Washington
State Patrol makes a difference every day, enhancing the
safety and security of our state by providing the best in
public safety services.
Our mission
statement
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Vision:
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To be
the best public safety agency in the United States.
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Motto: |
Service
With Humility |
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Values: |
Every
employee is a critical member of a team committed
to: Strong leadership, effective partnerships,
professional excellence, acting with integrity and
accountability, respecting and protecting individual
rights and earning the trust and confidence of
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Goals: |
Goal 1 -
Make Washington roadways and ferries safe for the
efficient transit of people and goods.
Goal 2 -
Reduce our citizens’ vulnerability to fire, crime,
terrorism, and natural hazards.
Goal 3 -
Meet the growing need for law enforcement, forensic,
investigative, and other public safety services
statewide.
Goal 4 -
Leverage technology to enhance and sustain business
processes, public safety infrastructure and
statewide emergency communications interoperability. |
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These
pictures come by way of
Lieutenant
Michael L. Turcott, of the Washington State Patrol, Field Operations
Bureau and has informed me they are in the process of switching form
BMW's over to the mighty STeed. They have 13 STP's and 28
BMW's.
I
was looking at this second picture, thinking like I do when I watch
Alaska State Troopers on TV, what an ugly part of the country to work
in...... Also glad to see departmental support for the riding gear other
than the "Harley-ish" type gear.
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Here is
a link to a short media clip on the Honda transition. Check out
the other "Good To Know" series on Youtube. Good idea, good outreach.
Good to Know -
Honda Motorcycle Transition |
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The Conway Police Department has 157 personnel serving an
estimated population of approximately 57,000 residents and over
40 square miles of jurisdiction.
Conway Police Department now joins the ranks of only 3% of the
17,000 municipal police agencies within the United States who
have met 447 stringent professional standards to be awarded this
distinguished recognition of excellence. Conway Police
Department is the fourth municipal police agency in Arkansas to
receive this accreditation honor. |
When it was time for the Conway
Police Department to upgrade from its Harley-Davidson police bikes, they
naturally turned to Sunrise Honda and 2009 ST1300P motorcycles. Officers
Burnett and Buss recently took delivery of two new bikes. So, if you're
ever in Conway and see a motorcycle in the rear-view mirror with the blue
lights flashing, just give it up. You have no hope of out-running these guys.
The bikes were purchased locally, follow the link below.
http://honda.sunrisehonda.com/home_honda.asp
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“I like the freedom of it,”
Deputy Haselton said of his assignment to traffic duty. “We don’t
handle the calls for service and I think we have a big impact on the
quality of life in the city. The number one complaint in the city is
traffic .” He has spent 12 years with motors in the Department
but he may have to give up the assignment. He’s on the list of
Deputies eligible for promotion to Sergeant.
“His value to the Department
transcends the borders of Rancho Santa Margarita,” said
Sergeant Bill McGovern, the Department’s Motors Sergeant.
“He has been a motor instructor
for the Department since 1999,” said Sergeant McGovern. “He teaches
new Motor Deputies not only how to ride motorcycles, but how to be an
enforcement rider. All of these Motor Deputies are professional
riders. As an instructor, Mark is also a team leader during our
monthly training days. He helps keep the Motor Deputies in top riding
proficiency. He holds his team accountable to practice and maintain
proper riding technique so they can carry that through their everyday
riding. “
Outside of training, almost all
of his time is spent in Rancho Santa Margarita where he takes it upon
himself to keep the roads as safe as he can make them. When the school bell is about
to ring, he sets himself up to watch for drivers who may be a danger
to students heading to class. Youngsters riding bicycles passed him,
weighed down by backpacks filled with school books and pedaling hard
to get to class on time. Younger children walked in a group of eight
with two mothers escorting them. The children and the mothers
exchanged greetings with Deputy Haselton as they passed him on the
corner. The deputy and the children chat often. “This is community based
policing,” Deputy Haselton explained. “I don’t like it when parents
say, ‘there is a policemen, you better be good or they are going to
take you to jail’. That statement sends the wrong message.
Putting children in jail is the farthest thing from the truth, we are
here to protect them and provide them with a safe living environment.
We want them to feel safe talking to us.”
The motorcycle he rides on
patrol is a Honda ST1300 equipped with a V-4 water cooled engine
advertised to accelerate to 153 miles per hour and stop safely with
anti-lock brakes. Deputy Haselton said
he has never even closely approached 153 mph. The Honda is equipped with
high-tech radio gear, a Marine magnum shotgun, designed not to rust
if it gets wet, and a laser speed gun for clocking how fast cars are
traveling toward or away from it. For cities, the big revenue
producer is parking tickets. Parking tickets issued to those who
ignore Handicapped Parking signs and fire hydrants helped fund the
city’s purchase of the Honda assigned to Deputy Haselton.
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In
cooperation with our Citizens and within our
allotted resources, the mission of every Deputy
of the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is to
– affirmatively promote, preserve and provide a
feeling of security, safety, and quality
services to our community.
Our
commitment to Deputy safety is paramount as we
strive to accomplish our mission:
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Keeping the safety of Deputies and Citizens
as our primary goal in any law enforcement
action or activity;
Providing professional services in an effort
to secure the peace, protect property, and
deter criminal activity;
Legally bring to justice anyone who violates
the law;
Maintaining a jail facility that provides a
humane, constitutional environment,
providing for the safety and security of our
Deputies, community, and inmates;
Contributing to Bonneville County’s
reputation as a safe place to live, visit,
and play;
And, providing other legally mandated
services.
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Richmond County Sheriff's
Motorcycle / Traffic Squad
The Motorcycle / Traffic Squad consists of 12 motorcycle units
and one parking violation deputy under the direction of Sergeant
Raul Fernandez. The squad focuses on gaining voluntary compliance
of all traffic laws by citizens through aggressive enforcement of the
traffic code. The goal of this enforcement is to reduce personal injury
and property damage resulting from traffic accidents. The motorcycle
units also handle the investigations of motor vehicle accidents,
traffic surveys, and assistance with the effort to increase seatbelt
usage, funeral escorts as needed and Parking Violations Deputy.
Richmond County has a new crime fighting tool, and it's one you'll see
on the streets soon. Two brand new motorcycles have just rolled out on
the streets of Augusta. Cost wise, and handling wise, they are getting
good reviews.
It's a new breed of law enforcement: motorcycle.
The Honda ST 1300-P features a sleek design, different engine
technology, and improved maneuverability. Deputy Daniel Puckett has
been in Richmond County's Motorcycle Division since 2002, and he's one
of the first to try the new ride.
"I like it, I've had it for about 2 weeks now. It's slightly
different, but once you get used to it, you can do more than you can on
the Harley," Puckett says. Deputies note it's good for the bottom
line too - coming in about 3 thousand dollars cheaper than earlier
models. This new product, they say, is less expensive, features better
technology, and handles easier on the road.
They are a big change over the Harleys that are currently on the road,
both in appearance and performance. So far two of the new Honda motorcycles
are in use in Richmond County. Pending a review, more could be added to
the fleet soon. The bikes were sourced
from...................................................
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The San Bernardino County
Sheriff's Department is the primary law enforcement agency for the county
of San Bernardino . San Bernardino County is geographically the largest
in the nation, encompassing 20,186 square miles.
San Bernardino County Sheriff Rod Hoops was appointed by the Board of
Supervisors to complete the term of retiring Sheriff Gary S. Penrod.
Sheriff Hoops’ appointment expires on January 3, 2011. Sheriff
Hoops oversees a staff of 3,700 and an annual budget of over $440million.
There
are 24 incorporated cities within San Bernardino County . Fourteen of
those contract with the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department for
law enforcement services. The Department provides these cities with full
service law enforcement, traffic services,
investigations, and a wide variety of safety services. In 1963, the city
of Victorville became the very first city to contract with the San Bernardino County
Sheriff's Department
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Mission Statement
The Tempe Police
Department, in partnership with the citizens of Tempe, is
committed to improving the quality of life in our City by identifying
and resolving public safety concerns. (more
regarding our Values & Principles)
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Lake
Mary Police Dept.
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The Department has a full time staff of 45 sworn officers
and additional civilian personnel utilizing state of the art equipment
to accomplish the law enforcement mission. Our Police Department is
committed to the highest level of public service.
We
offer traditional law enforcement services as well as D.A.R.E.
(Drug Abuse Resistance Education)
programs, a strong neighborhood watch program and many other educational and community relations
programs.
Lake
Mary is a primarily residential community seated alongside the I-4
corridor providing easy access to the Orlando work places. The Police
Department is steadily growing to accommodate our increasing
residential and industrial population.
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Surveys from the City of Centennial and unincorporated Arapahoe County
residents indicate one of their top concerns is high traffic volume and
the increasing number of traffic violations on Arapahoe County's
roadways. In response to citizen's concerns, a Ward Traffic Deputy
position was created for the City of Centennial, working strictly within
the residential areas of Centennial based on citizen complaints and
accident information. The Traffic Unit also assigns deputies to work
residential areas of unincorporated Arapahoe County based upon traffic
complaints and accident data.
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The Greensboro
Police Department is a dynamic, full-service police organization
comprised of 676 authorized personnel. Each of our police professionals
is dedicated to making a positive difference in our community. At the
forefront of our efforts is our philosophy of community policing and
customer service. We believe that policing is a partnership between the
police and the community and that no matter what you’re trying to
accomplish, you can do it better with shared thinking. We encourage open
communication with our citizens and actively seek their assistance in
working toward our number one priority of making Greensboro a safer and
better city.
Here is a link to
a recently aired video where they discuss
the ST1300's cost savings.
Triad
Powersports equipped two brand-new
ST1300P's for Greensboro, NC. They used the ST1300P front engine guards, the low-profile rear bag guards, Motolight's caliper-mounted driving lights, the Squad-Fitters exclusive ST1300P LED windshield array, Code 3 LEDX lights
in 90 degree housings for the front, Whelen TIR6 500 series LED's on the front fairing, Whelen dual-TIR3's
on the rear cowling, and Code 3's tandem LEDX on the rear of the bike in addition to a Squad-Fitters ST1300P siren system.
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Traffic Unit
The Traffic Unit enforces traffic laws,
investigates motor vehicle collisions, assists motorists and educates the
public about reducing traffic collisions and injuries. They investigate
major and fatal traffic collisions, assist with educational programs in
the community, patrol school zones, investigate motor vehicle collisions,
conduct speed enforcement, and work DUI saturation patrol. The unit is
comprised of one traffic supervisor and seven deputies
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The Police
Department under the direction of the Police Chief, protects the public
safety with three divisions: Criminal Investigation, Operations and
Community Service Aides (Codes Enforcement). The Millersville Police
Department has thirteen full-time certified officers. The department
provides 24-hour police patrol and dispatch. The department utilizes
four full-time dispatchers.
   
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Oh yes, I know
it's an ST1100P. What makes this bike so special is that the Millersville
Police Department is the first Tennessee Police Department to pick and
deploy a full size Honda for active duty. They got a truly amazing deal
on 2 of these from a local Honda dealer. They got both bikes for less
that the cost of a single ST1300P, actually a lot less. Nashville PD runs
the little Honda Ruckus in downtown Nashville and at out door events.
They also have a bid outstanding for 35 new bikes.
Motors Officer
Jackson is excited about the new additions to the department. He has a
lot to be excited about as he successfully completed the rigorous THP
motors course and now has new department bikes to boot. Officer
Jackson is a nice guy too by the way, very friendly and PR oriented, a
credit to his department and motor officers everywhere not to mention the
community in general.
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Gilroy Police Department
7301 Hanna Street
Gilroy, CA 95020
Directions
Mission - Providing excellent public safety services in
partnership with the community
Motto - Pride, professionalism, service
Vision - Building community partnerships to provide a safe
environment in which to live work and play
Values
Respect - Appreciate the importance of our citizens, fellow
employees and the law
Integrity - To act at all times with courage, honor and
truthfulness
Compassion - Making decisions and taking action with empathy and
consideration for others
Teamwork - Working to achieve common goals
Innovation - Solution oriented, creative, flexible, and willing
to take risks
Accountability - Responsible in our words and actions
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Colleyville Police Department
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As Colleyville continues to grow, effective
traffic control is important in maintaining a high quality of life.
The traffic unit’s primary responsibilities are prevention and
investigation of traffic accidents. These officers are trained
peace officers with advanced accident investigation and
reconstruction training. The division works to prevent
accidents, and subsequent injuries by strictly enforcing traffic laws
and ensuring proper installation of control devices to facilitate the
smooth flow of traffic. When accidents occur, well-trained
officers investigate the cause and make recommendations to prevent
further accidents. All citizens desire a safe, orderly flow of
traffic; therefore, the Traffic Division encourages
citizens to contact the Police Department if they observe problems
that may need to be addressed.
The most recent addition to the
Traffic Division is a police motorcycle. The department added
this vehicle in January 2008 and will be evaluating its effectiveness
for several months. One goal of the police motorcycle is
to be a more cost effective and energy conserving vehicle.
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Here is a link to a recent competitive event where the officer
pictured won First Place! Excellent Performance.
Equipment includes:
- Motorolla
Radio XTL5000, Set-Com wireless liberator, Stalker II
moving/stationary direction sensing radar with Vehicle Speed Sesor
(VSS), LTI 20/20 Long range laser, L-3 Mobile Vision digital camera
with GPS, Crash sensor and radar interface, Wheelen LED lights and
wig-wag headlight flasher, Federal Siren speaker, Code 3 Opticom,
Thunderworks Engine guards
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The Mission of the Coronado Police
Department is to protect and enhance the quality of life for all who
live, work or visit our community by delivering the highest quality of
public safety services.
Members of the Coronado Police Department
are dedicated to accomplishing the mission by: Maintaining public
peace and order through the fair and impartial enforcement of law and
superior police service. * Fostering an environment of cooperation and
trust within our organization and the community. *
Conducting public business efficiently and effectively. *
Challenging the future with a spirit of optimism and innovation. *
Valuing our employees
as our most important resource.
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Hello,
I just wanted to put out some info regarding the
Honda ST1300 for police use. I have been riding a 2004 ST1300-A
converted for police use for a few months now, and I have been
contacted by several agencies interested in them. When I was looking
for information, there wasn't anyone using them, and I found it
difficult to find anything regarding their use. If any agency out
there is interested in information regarding the ST1300, please feel
free to contact me at dcraig@coronado.ca.us
Best regards... Dave
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Additional pictures are here
Watch Dave in
competition on the ST1300. Dave Craig, CoPD Solo Ride.
Next, Dave's ST1300 leads a BMW1200 around
the course, then about mid way in the clip, Dave is chasing a solid white
ST1300PA Here,
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The City of Rio Rancho is located northwest of
Albuquerque, New Mexico and was incorporated in 1981 with a
population of 10,130. The police department became operational
on October 31, 1981 and consisted of a chief of police, one patrol
sergeant, seven patrol officers and six civilian support personnel.
Enforcement
Services of the Department of Public Safety is comprised of sworn
officers assigned to patrol and criminal investigations. The Traffic
Unit is comprised of a Lieutenant, Sergeant and Corporal, as well as
six officers. All Officers are trained in all aspects of traffic
enforcement and investigation.
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Shown here are 2 of the 5 Honda ST1300P's
which this department operates.
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The Traffic Division/Motor Team is
responsible for:
Investigating all major (fatal, severe injury, officer involved)
accidents, reducing accidents in high accident areas, responding to
complaints of traffic violations in residential neighborhoods and the
reduction of impaired drivers (D.U.I.) on the road.
The Traffic Division will also respond to your complaints of traffic
violations in residential neighborhoods.
The Motor Team currently has 1 sergeant
and 6 motor officers assigned solely to search for and arrest impaired
(D.U.I.) drivers. Sgt. Dean Lavergne is the coordinator for all
departmental tow related matters, ensuring that the contract towing
company meets all the conditions of its contract with the city and that
citizens whose vehicles are towed by the contract company are not 'stuck'
with unfair or unreasonable bills.
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Azusa Police Department
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Mission Statement
The members of
the Azusa Police Department, in partnership with the community, are
dedicated to providing public safety and service with the highest
standards of ethics, values, and integrity.
The Police Department upholds its
philosophy of "Professional Service to a Proud Community"
through its responsibilities:
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Providing a safe and secure environment for the community
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Protecting the legal rights of individuals
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Developing and maintaining positive relationships with all
members of our community.
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Lake Havasu City Police Department
Dressed in motorcycle boots and a black
helmet, Officer Clint Wilcox has been patrolling the city’s streets on a
new $30,000 Honda motorcycle, the Police Department’s first such vehicle
in more than 10 years. “I love it. It’s awesome,” Wilcox said of the
motorcycle, a 2007 ST1300PA. “It’s a lot of fun.”
“During our public forums and other
contacts with citizen groups, the No. 1 concern expressed by citizens is
traffic-related issues,” police Chief Dan Doyle said. That’s why he
lobbied City Council this past spring to earmark more than $60,000 for
two police motorcycles, one for Wilcox and another for a second MotoCop,
who will come on board in April. The bikes themselves cost $18,765 per
unit. They each had about $12,000 worth of police equipment - sirens,
radar, blue-and-red flashing lights - installed, city spokesman Charlie
Cassens said. All the parts on the motorcycles are weather-resistant. The
bikes also are equipped with anti-lock brakes and an adjustable
windshield.
Wilcox says he is still feeling his way
around the machine, adding that it does have its advantages. Most
notably, it’s more inconspicuous than a squad car, making it easier to
catch unsuspecting speeders. “It’s hard to hide a big patrol car.
Motorcycles will give us an advantage in that area,” Wilcox said. There
are drawbacks, though. Namely, having to deal with the elements such as
blustery wind gusts and rain-slicked streets.
Lt. Rich Sloma said the Police Department
had motorcycles twice before, most recently in 1997, but they eventually
became budget casualties. “When it was time to replace them, it wasn’t
cost effective,” Sloma said.
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Moreno Police Department
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The Moreno Valley Police Traffic Team
has been recognized both at the state and national level for its
innovative traffic programs. The Traffic Team is always looking for new
ways to keep our roadways safe for the motoring public. We focus our
efforts on establishing programs that include Speed Awareness, Occupant
Protection and DUI Enforcement.
The City of Moreno Valley contracts
police services from the Riverside County Sheriff's
Department.
 
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Baldwin Park Police Department
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Mission State
or Main Objective of the Department
To provide law enforcement services in a fair and impartial manner in
order to prevent crime and provide for the safety and welfare of the
community.
Baldwin Park was one of the early
adopters of the ST1300 for Police work.
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Motor Officer Vince Greva FTO
Baldwin Park Police Department
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Richardson
P.D.
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The Richardson Police Department
Motorcycle Unit was first established in 1978 in an effort to reduce
accidents throughout the city. This policy is still in effect to this
day. Motorcycle Officers work various locations throughout the city
based on Citizen complaints and high accident areas. The goal of the
Unit is to gain voluntary compliance of the State's Traffic laws. The
Unit works on the principle of the three “ E’s “. Education,
Enforcement, and Engineering.
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Vidor Police
Department
The Vidor Police Department started its
motorcycle division in December of 2007 in response to an increase of
traffic and traffic accidents. The motor officer has selected the Honda
ST1300P with ABS brakes for the job. The motorcycle is equipped with a
Decatur permanent mount radar, Decatur hand held radar, Safety
Vision digital video system, wireless communications by PVP
Communications, and LED lighting.
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The Los Angeles
Unified School District currently operates 12 bikes prepared by Huntington
Beach Honda.
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 CITY OF CLAREMONT
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"The
Claremont, CA. Police Department is staffed by quality men and women
who are committed to this community. Every day, the civilian and sworn
members of the Claremont Police Department earn the distinction of
'Claremont's Finest.' The nature of police work often exposes employees
to the worst and most dangerous of circumstances. Yet, day in and day
out, officers remain committed to doing their best so that others may
have a high level of safety and a better quality of life."
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The Rancho Mirage Police Department
Traffic Enforcement Team was formed in 1997 in response to the increase
in traffic; traffic collisions and traffic related offenses in the
city. The Team currently consists of two motorcycle enforcement
deputies. They are both trained in the latest radar and lidar
technology to enforce speed laws
  
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The motorcycles used are 2005, Honda
ST1300 with 1300cc engines. They have four cylinders, shaft driven, water
cooled and have a "wet" clutch. The windshield is adjustable
with a power switch and the handle bar grips are heated for cold
days and evenings. The emergency lighting system is all LED, which uses
very little power. The code 3, lights and siren, mode activates the
wig-wag headlight which increases the visibility to other motorists.
The motorcycles are equipped with advanced radar technology from Kustom
Signals. The Honda was tested by several municipal departments and it
was determined to cost less per mile to operate than the BMW or the
Harley Davidson.
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Arcadia
Police Department
250
W. Huntington Drive
P.O. Box 60021
Arcadia, CA 91066-6021
Phone: 626.574.5150
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The
Arcadia Police Department exists for the purpose of protecting life and
property and maintaining social order within carefully prescribed ethical
and constitutional limits. Through a true community-wide effort, the
Department provides Arcadia citizens with outstanding crime prevention
and law enforcement services, with emphasis on continued sensitivity to
community needs and concerns. We are dedicated to a safer
environment for our citizens and for future generations.
  
 
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The Traffic Division of the Inglewood
Police Department, located within the Patrol Bureau, is commanded by a
Lieutenant. Sworn personnel include one Sergeant, ten Motor Officers, two
Accident Investigation Officers, and one Traffic Detective.
The Division works to accomplish two goals:
Orderly flow of traffic through the city and the prevention of traffic
collisions.
Division personnel:
Investigate 12,000 traffic collisions per year. A report must be taken
when (1) one or more vehicles are towed, (2) one or more persons are
injured, (3) the collision involves city property or any other
governmental agency.
Write 20,000 citations annually.
Answer 9,000 radio calls per year.
Provide public education.
Attend Neighborhood Watch block club meetings.
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Traffic Enforcement
The Traffic Division Parking Enforcement Unit is supervised by the
Traffic Division Sergeant. The Traffic Division, Parking Enforcement Unit
is composed of 29 Special Enforcement Officers (SEO’s) which includes: 24
SEO’s, 5 SEO ll’s (supervisors), and 1 SEO Manager, who manages the Unit.
SEO’s are responsible for the enforcement of parking violations within
the City of Inglewood. Twenty two crossing guards are also assigned to
the Parking Enforcement Unit. Crossing guards are responsible for
assisting pedestrians walk safely across various designated crosswalks
throughout the City of Inglewood.
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 Seattle
Washington
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Ensuring the safety of people in King
County is our top priority. We aim to do this in a respectful manner
based on our core values of leadership, integrity, service, and teamwork.
Every employee is expected to provide the best customer service by
working with you to address your concerns. With over 1,000 employees, the
KCSO serves the law enforcement needs of over half a million people in
unincorporated areas and our thirteen contract cities. The KCSO also
provides police departments for the Muckleshoot Tribe, Metro Transit, and
the King County International Airport. Our commitment to meeting the
needs of all residents means that services such as helicopters and bomb
disposal are available to King County’s 1.6 million residents. The City
of SeaTac, WA contracts with the King County Sheriff's office for police
services. 2005 Honda ST 1300s replaced the Kawasaki's.
   
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The trunk rack, dash
shelf and possibly other items were created by Ron Smith originally. If
you are interested, you can contact Roy at: gr8348@verizon.net or his phone numbers are: H: 206-409-6048, W:
425-742-5995
http://groups.msn.com/ST1300US/ronsmithspolicebikefarkles.msnw
The tip over bars are Cycle Barns custom
version of crash bars and I guess they are for training purposes.
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The State
Transport Police is primarily responsible for enforcing state and federal
laws governing commercial motor vehicles. The major objectives are to
protect the motoring public by (1) preventing accidents,(2) removing
unsafe drivers and vehicles from our roads, (3) protecting our
environment from hazardous materials being transported on our roadways
and (4) preventing the premature deterioration of our roads and bridges
through the STP Size and Weight Enforcement Program.
  
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STP
is divided into field enforcement and special operations unit. The
Special Operations Unit consists of three units which concentrates on
three specific areas. The Strategic Traffic Alcohol and Radar
(STAR) unit targets traffic violations and drivers under the influence of
alcohol and drugs. The Hazardous Materials unit monitors the transporting
and shipping of dangerous and toxic materials through our state. The
Commercial Vehicle Investigative unit conducts shipper and carrier
compliance reviews. Field Enforcement focuses on state and federal
size and weight limits, and safety regulation in the seven districts
throughout the state. STP utilizes the latest in technology with 90% of
its field enforcement staff equipped with laptop computers, the use of
marked, semi-marked and unmarked vehicles. STP officers work with
semi-portable and portable scales, and work out of fixed scale
facilities. SC has deployed modified ST1300A bikes instead of the
"P" version which are not governed at 120MPH.
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Chula
Vista
Protecting Today, Securing Tomorrow
Chula Vista Police Department -
Chula Vista is the second largest city in San Diego County and one of the
fastest growing cities in the nation. Several master-planned communities
will continue to increase the city’s population over the next decade. As
the city grows, so does the need for top-notch law enforcement
professionals. The CVPD is a progressive organization that welcomes
diversity, encourages innovation, rewards employee commitment and fosters
community involvement.
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The purpose of the
El Cajon Police Traffic Division is the reduction of vehicle and
pedestrian accidents, education of the public through enforcement and the
investigation of collisions. Additional duties assigned to the division
have been the introduction of DUI Checkpoints, Car Seat Inspections and
assistance with public events, such as the El Cajon Grand Prix Bike Race
and the Mother Goose Parade.
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The mission of the Oregon State Police is
to develop, promote, and maintain protection of people, property, and
natural resources of the State, and to enhance the safety and livability
by serving and protecting its citizens and visitors through leadership,
action, and coordination of Oregon's public safety resources.
The Oregon State Police fired up its
motors in 1994. There have been many changes to the unit since that time.
The unit, at one time, had 15 members that included one Lieutenant and two
Sergeants. During the early years of the Motors Unit, members were
assigned to Medford, Springfield, Salem, and Portland. The Oregon State
Police was the first Agency in the United States to go with the BMW in
1997, and since then, other agencies have followed suit. Currently, the
Oregon State Police is transitioning to Honda ST1300 police motorcycles.
Each will be equipped with the most up-to-date radios, same-direction
radar, and speed-measuring Lasers.
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In an effort to provide greater safety and
service to the community of Tualatin and to address specific concerns
regarding traffic crashes and general safety, the Tualatin Police
Department formed the Traffic Team in 2006. The Traffic Team is currently
comprised of two members of the patrol division who were selected based on
their skills, background, experience and training. The Traffic Team
officers receive extensive and regular training and have been assigned
two new Honda ST1300P Police motorcycles.
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The Traffic Team officers
patrol the City during the highest traffic impact times and enforce
traffic laws, investigate traffic crashes and educate the motoring
public. The Traffic Team officers have had a significant impact on the
rest of the Patrol Division. Other Patrol Division members have been
freed from some traffic related duties, such as investigating crashes,
and have more time available to patrol their assigned districts. This
has allowed all of the officers to engage in more proactive problem
solving.
In addition to their regular
traffic related duties, one of the Traffic Team officer's is the
Department's Drug Recognition Expert and the other is a member of the
Washington
County Crash Reconstruction and Analysis Team (C.A.R.T.).
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The Modesto Police Department’s Traffic Unit was first
established in 1921. Today, the Unit has a Lieutenant, two Sergeants, and
is authorized to have 18 motor officers, four DUI enforcement officers,
one Hit and Run investigator and one Community Service Officer who serves
as the countywide child safety seat coordinator.
Motor officers ride Honda ST1300 Motorcycles. These
motorcycles are equipped with emergency lights, siren, hand held Doppler
radar and some even have moving radar. Prior to being able to conduct
enforcement, every motor officer must pass a rigorous two month in-house
training program and a two week Motor Officer Academy. Motor officers
must also attend a minimum of 160 hours of specialized traffic collision
investigation courses.
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Huntington
Beach Police
The
Traffic/Aero Bureau is commanded by Lt. J. Cottriel and consists of 2
motorcycle Sergeants and 16 motorcycle officers. The primary function of
the Traffic/Aero Bureau is to provide for safe movement of traffic within
the City of Huntington Beach. This bureau also includes School Crossing
Guards. Our Motorcycle Officers also investigate traffic collisions and
assist uniform patrol officers. There are also three field Accident
Investigation Officers. Their
primary duty is the investigation of traffic collisions. They also are
tasked with the enforcement of traffic laws and assist the patrol
officers with their duties. Their web site is top dollar.
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The Fullerton
Police Department, located in California, is charged with the
enforcement of local, state, and federal laws, and with providing
around-the-clock protection of the lives and property of the public. The
Police Department functions both as an instrument of public service and
as a tool for the distribution of information, guidance and direction. It
is the mission of the Police Department to facilitate and administer the
laws of governing bodies, the orders of the courts, and to direct all
energies and resources toward maintaining the health, welfare and safety
of citizens.
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Victoria Police provides a 24-hour police
service to the Victorian community. Victoria Police contributes to a high
quality of life for individuals in the community by ensuring a safe and
secure society and underpins the economic, social and cultural wellbeing
of Victoria.
Victoria Police is a large organization
employing more than 13,600 people, including police, public
servants and protective security officers, serving Victoria, with a population
in excess of five million. With 339 police stations and other
facilities, Victoria Police provides support to the community.
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The Victoria Police Department is
extremely pleased with the performance of their motorcycles, and they’re
proud to be the first law enforcement operator of the Honda ST1300 in
North America. It is likely the Department will replace these highly
capable and safe mounts with new ST1300s when needed.
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The University of Arizona Police
Department is committed to traffic safety on the University of Arizona
campus, adjacent streets and planning boundaries. In order to
accomplish this task, various methods of enforcement are employed.
Perhaps the most visible is the use of motorcycle officers. Motorcycle
Officers are specifically tasked with enforcement of those moving
violations that have the highest potential for creating safety issues.
Enforcement is not only directed to vehicles but also to bicycles and
pedestrians.
Motorcycle officers are also responsible
for the investigation of traffic collisions on campus streets and
properties. Many times UAPD motor officers can be seen also
investigating collisions on adjacent city streets. This collaborative
effort with the City of Tucson Police Department helps promote safety
and orderly traffic flow in and around the University. Our motor
officers have attended specialized training that allows for them to
conduct more in-depth collision investigations including collision
reconstruction.
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City of Woodland Police Department
Since 1871 the Police Department has aimed
to improve the quality of life for all citizens of Woodland by
administrating programs which prevent, investigate, solve and ultimately
decrease crime. While reducing the crime benefits everyone involved in
the community, one chief aim is to maintain a high quality of life for
those calling Woodland their home. The Police Department strives to
achieve its mission through a dedication to open, honest communication,
professionalism, community education, creative problem solving and
recognition of the community’s humanistic needs.
The Woodland Police Department’s two new
motorcycles hit the streets recently, making the department the first in
Northern California to use Hondas. Prior to the motorcycles coming
to Woodland, only four other agencies, all in Southern California, were
using the Honda ST1300-P police bikes.
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Oakdale Police Department
The Oakdale Police Department Traffic
Unit's goals are to ensure the safety and well being of the citizens of
Oakdale by reducing injuries, deaths and economic losses resulting from
motor vehicle collisions and to enhance citizen education and
understanding of police traffic services.
The Traffic Unit accomplishes these
goals through proactive enforcement by responding to and investigating
traffic collisions and by developing solutions to various problem
traffic areas within the city. In an effort to reduce traffic
collisions, accident trends are tracked and enforcement efforts are
focused in those areas found to be prone to collisions. Officers
enforce traffic laws aimed at reducing our collision and injury rates
using vehicles equipped with radar or laser speed determining devices.
All of our officers who use this equipment have completed POST (Peace
Officer Standards and Training), certified courses and have been tested
on their ability to accurately use it.
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Colorado
Springs Police Department
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In 2006, the Colorado Springs Police
Department continued the successful transition to Honda police
motorcycles with the purchase of additional Honda ST1300Ps.
This brought the Honda total to 14 with
two divisions completing the transition. Outfitting the motorcycles and
certifying the operators was quick and smooth with less than two days
required to train officers to operate the new bikes. All officers scored
very high and had no difficulty making the transition.
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Police
Department
Vision
Statement:
During an era of
unprecedented growth and development, the Glendale Police Department
will focus on preventing crime and maintaining order, while supporting
numerous major events.
We recognize the
importance of our employees in meeting the challenges of the future.
Our growing organization will emphasize the development of professional
knowledge and leadership skills within our ranks. We will recruit
exemplary men and women who reflect our community. We embrace a
progressive mindset that encourages one and all to seek innovative
techniques and emerging technologies in order to accomplish our
mission.
Community participation
in formulating police strategies will be encouraged. Our common goal
will be to provide the most effective possible response to law
enforcement emergencies, neighborhood problems and the enforcement of
traffic laws, ensuring that Glendale continues to be a desirable place
to live, raise a family, educate, recreate and do business.
Everything that we do,
collectively or individually, will be done in accordance with our
values and objectives.
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| Our goal is to reduce traffic
accidents in the City,
to ensure the safe movement of pedestrian and vehicular traffic and
to maintain the high quality of life we enjoy in the City.
The Manhattan Beach Police Department recognizes the complex
traffic-related issues present within our community. Recent resident and
Chamber of Commerce surveys indicated that "traffic issues" are
the #1 concern of our community. Although the City of Manhattan Beach
experiences a relatively low number of injury traffic collisions each
year, traffic issues that negatively impact "quality of life"
have become a growing concern. Traffic volume, commuter patterns,
commercial vehicle travel, road repair detours and hazardous drivers are
just a few of the traffic-related challenges of Manhattan Beach. The
Manhattan Beach Traffic Officers partner with traffic engineers,
community development specialists and community members to positively
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Mission Statement
The mission of the Santa Barbara Police Department, through the philosophy
of community oriented policing, is to create a safe community where all
people can live in peace without the fear of crime. This commitment will
ensure a professional quality of service and accountability to the
citizens of the city of Santa Barbara.
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| The Riverside Police Department is a
department of dedicated professional police officers and civilian
personnel committed to providing the highest quality of service and
protection to the community. The department continues to strengthen its
relationships with the community by effectuating an inclusive
collaboration of law enforcement, citizens, community agencies, political
leaders, and public information services. |
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