What is Code:Blue?
Code:Blue is a cooperative effort between the city of Fort Worth, the federal government and interested citizens who wish to help control crime in their neighborhood. Fort Worth's former Mayor Kay Granger and former Chief of Police Thomas Windham, developed this program to fight crime in our city. The largest portion of the Code:Blue package is the Citizens on Patrol neighborhood program which is funded through the Crime Control and Prevention District (CCPD.)
What is Citizens on Patrol (COPS)?
Citizens on Patrol acts as the "eyes and ears" for the police department in the neighborhood. Private citizens volunteer time to actively patrol their communities to observe and report suspicious or criminal activities to the appropriate authorities. It's primary purpose is to help reduce crime in the neighborhood through cooperation with the police department.
How does COPS benefit the neighborhood?
Increased security of homes and property, increased code enforcement and increased neighborhood involvement deter crime in your neighborhood. These patrols provide a visible presence of police authority which help prohibit criminal activities. COPS also develops a relationship between the police and the community which aids in prompt police response. This safety and security from crime makes your neighborhood a quality place to live.
Does COPS reduce crime?
The neighborhood Police Officer (NPO) routinely patrols with the citizen patrol which greatly reduces police response time. The NPO monitors all crime in the community to help target specific areas of concern before they become a major problem.
What does it take to be an active COPS member?
Additional information is available in the flyer Code Blue Citizens Patrol, 2005. |
