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Police Department

Mission Statement

The mission of the Watauga Police Department is to provide the highest quality police service while safeguarding
individual liberties and building positive community relationships.
Department Overview

The Watauga Police Department provides services 24 hours a day 365 days a year to all the citizens of Watauga
and those traveling in and out of the city.
Highlights/Achievements for FY2024

• Maintained a low response time to calls with minimum staff.
• Fully staffed Code Enforcement.
• Promoted a Senior Code Officer.
• Created a more positive presence on social media.
• Addition of five Flock Safety cameras.
• Transitioned to a new rifle.
• Launched the Drone Program.
• Obtained Texas Police Chiefs Association Re-Recognition status.

Goals/Objectives for FY2025
• Fully staff Animal Services.
• Create a Code Enforcement position for commercial issues.
• Recruit and fully staff sworn positions.
• Backfill CID and Traffic/Motors Divisions.
• Develop and participate in Community Policing and engagement events.

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