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Tag: Community Outreach

August 3, 2021 1:34 PM

The Red Cross has been experiencing a SEVERE BLOOD SHORTAGE this summer as the number of trauma cases, organ transplants and elective surgeries rise—and deplete the nation’s blood inventory. Donors of all blood types are needed and there is an emergency need for type O. The Red Cross is working … [read more]

January 28, 2021 7:53 AM

Happy New Year to the residents of the West District. As we prepare for shift change and welcome new team members to West PD, we are interested in your feedback and have now launched our community surveys! As a Madison resident, we ask and hope that you will take a few minutes to complete … [read more]

February 6, 2019 5:19 PM

After a 2-week hiatus due to the cold, the West Side Boxing program is back on track this evening at the Elver Park Neighborhood Center. West District Officers Justin Nelsen and Cruz Ramirez run the program in partnership with the Bob Lynch Boxing Foundation and the Madison Community Policing … [read more]

November 9, 2018 2:00 PM

Today, Neighborhood Officer Ray Gillard organized a great networking event at Orchard Ridge Elementary. He had various stations for the kids to visit and to better understand our role in the community. Our citizen partners also spoke about what programs and activities are available for kids in … [read more]

October 11, 2018 10:54 AM

This week, I have received over half a dozen emails and phone calls from citizens who are upset and frustrated by the auto thefts, burgaries and theft from autos going on. I have heard, "I don't feel safe, my kids aren't safe, what is MPD doing about it?" I just want you all to know, we share … [read more]

August 17, 2018 10:08 AM

Dominic was a 5 year old boy who was tragically killed after being hit by a vehicle on the west side. Dominic would have been starting kindergarten this fall and was really looking forward to starting school. After his death, Dominic’s family requested people donate backpacks and school … [read more]

May 15, 2018 1:33 PM

In 2017 the West District Med Drop took in over 1,110 pounds of medications in the Med Drop box in our lobby! That is 1100 pounds of medicene that is now not in the hands of children in the district. Please keep us in mind when you are looking for a location to dispose of your meds. [read more]

May 2, 2018 2:43 PM

Friday May 11 is Blood Pressure Awareness Day, there will be free blood pressure screenings at the Meadowridge Public Library parking lot from 10a-2p. For questions, contact Sheray Wallace at sherayw@yahoo.com [read more]

January 26, 2018 7:57 AM

Here are the 2017 West District Calls for Service (CFS) stats. Your officers serviced 48,904 CFS in 2017, that is an average of 137 CFS per day, just in the west district. By time of day: By day of week: [read more]

December 20, 2017 1:09 PM

A number of groups and people have worked together to bring better access to health care to the Meadowood Neighborhood. The partners include, Meadowridge Library, Today Not Tomorrow, Inc- Project Babies, Meadowood Neighborhood Center and Neighborhood Connectors. Access Community Health … [read more]

December 15, 2017 11:47 AM

At least a dozen cars had their windows shattered (probably in a drive-by with BB guns or similar) in the Meadowood Dr, Monticello Wy, Leland Rd, Thrush Ln areas overnight between 8pm on 12-14-17 and 6am on 12-15-17. We have extra patrols in the area but we need your help! Please be on the … [read more]

November 1, 2017 1:16 PM

Thanks to Officers Ward and Wipperfurth for helping the kids feel safe last night! [read more]

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