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The International Association of Chiefs of Police and Motorola have named the Redwood City Police Department as honorees for this year’s Webber Seavey Award. This honor comes in recognition of the Department’s successful work at Sequoia Station under the Project SAFE program. The Department was selected as one of 25 finalists worldwide.
Jointly sponsored by the International Association of Chiefs of Police and Motorola, the Webber Seavey Award is presented annually to agencies and departments worldwide in recognition for promoting a standard of excellence that exemplifies law enforcement's contribution and dedication to the quality of life in local communities. This program helps law enforcement agencies worldwide and the communities they serve by redefining the concept of law enforcement and how it is routinely performed. The award is named for Webber Seavey, the International Association of Chiefs of Police first president.
The program annually honors achievements in one or more of the following goals:
 Continually improving services to the community;
 Strengthening police relations and promoting community participation;
 Effectively using resources;
 Enhancing communications within and cooperation among agencies;
 Developing creative and innovative approaches that promote excellence in law enforcement
The process of building collaborative relationships with the San Mateo County District Attorney’s Office, San Mateo County Sheriff’s Department Transit Police Bureau, mental health agencies, homeless advocacy services, business owners and other stakeholders has provided favorable outcomes that have far-exceed its original purpose. During its inaugural year, Project Safe has produced measurable increases in business profits, reduced violent and property crimes in the area, eliminated notable blight, and created a sense of comfort and security among those who work, shop and visit Sequoia Station.
We are very proud that our Department is receiving this international honor and appreciative of the efforts of the police officers, business owners and community members that helped to make Project Safe a success.
For inquiries, please contact:
Captain John Spicer
(650) 780-7130
[email protected]