What Makes Community Policing Different?
Law enforcement has long recognized the need for cooperation with the community it serves. Officers speak to neighborhood groups, participate in business and civic events, consult with social agencies and take part in education programs for school children. Foot, bike and horse patrols bring police closer to the community. More Effective Ways to Solve Ongoing Problems. Law enforcement leaders seeking innovative ways to enhance performance and maximize resources have struck a responsive chord across the nation with a variety of community policing initiatives. Government and community leaders are increasingly cognizant that they must accept a share of the responsibility for problems caused by lapses in many areas of society. Police have long borne a disproportionate share of this burden. Renewed Emphasis on Crime Prevention. The Flint Police Department is looking to enhance its tough stance on crime with renewed focus on strategies that help prevent crime, reduce fear of crime and improv
