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 Six mental health trained peace officers on staff
S h o rt - T e rm G o a l s
 Continue sending command and supervisory staff to the Developing Leaders for Texas
Law Enforcement leadership training, ILEA, LEMIT-LCC, and FBI LEEDA
 Continue to identify and apply for grants for equipment and positions that enhance the
department's ability to deliver varied and high-quality services
 Organize and prepare for upcoming re-recognition process to maintain Recognized
status through the TPCA Foundation
 Create a five-year strategic plan for department to meet internal and external growth
concerns
 Continue to implement accountability systems throughout the organization
 Continue to implement Community and Geographic Policing initiatives
 Implement formal programs and community outreach partnerships through:
o Faith and Blue - Building Bridges to More Inclusive Communities
(faithandblue.org)
o Public Safety Cadets (publicsafetycadets.org)
o Shattered Dreams Program
o Kennedale Citizens Police Academy
o National Night Out
o Public Safety Open House in cooperation with the fire department
o Coffee with a Cop
 Enhance patrol tactics training to meet the evolving needs of our community
 Implement capital replacement plans for additional patrol vehicles
 Hire an additional 3 officers to keep pace with the residential and economic
development within our community
L on g - T e r m G o als
 Continue to develop a strategic plan for future personnel and equipment needs
 Continue to seek grants for building renovations and equipment
 Improve or replace the current police facility with a more efficient building and floor
plan

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