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August 5, 2024 11:13 AM

Greetings! We hope to see you out during National Night Out on Tuesday, August 6th from 4-7PM. Communities throught the city will be hosting events in partnership with the Madison Police Department. Come out and meet officers from our specialized teams (K-9; Mounted; Drone; SWAT; and … [read more]

March 28, 2022 8:38 AM

MPD seeking community input on policing, will host focus groups as part of strategic plan posted March 28, 2022 - 7:08 am The Madison Police Department is in the process of setting a long-range strategic plan. We have enlisted the Matrix Consulting Group to assist us in developing the … [read more]

March 24, 2021 11:46 AM

Hello Midtown! On April 8th, 2021, at 7pm, Alder Furman is hosting a public safety focused community meeting, including discussion on recent gun violence in the Midtown District. Midtown and West Police Command will attend, along with Anthony Cooper Sr. from Focused Interruption. To get … [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 3, 2018 1:31 PM

Chief Koval's Community Forum in the South District is less than one week away! Please plan to join us at the Bayview Community Center (601 Bayview Drive) on Wednesday, May 9 from 6:30pm - 8:00pm. This is an opportunity to hear updates from the Chief and ask him questions that are important to … [read more]

February 24, 2018 2:39 PM

Come to the Cabaret my friend..... The Madison Police Department North District is pleased to host Chief Koval's next Community Forum. On Wednesday, February 28 from 6:30 until 8 pm, The Chief and North District staff will be on hand to meet our neighbors and listen and respond to issues of … [read more]

February 23, 2018 1:02 PM

Chief Koval is hosting community forums, starting February 27 (and goes through May), throughout our community. These are opportunities for you to listen to the Chief talk about crime trends and our initiatives. You will also hear from some of our speciality units such as the Violent Crime … [read more]

February 15, 2018 11:07 AM

Hello All! On March 5th, 2018, the Central Police District will host a community forum. Chief Koval, myself, and other from the Central District will be present. The Forum will be at the Madison Public Library, 3rd floor meeting room, and begins at 5:30 PM. I look … [read more]

December 14, 2017 9:47 AM

Some of our faithful Coffee with a Cop members came bearing gifts for officers today! The coffee from Steep and Brew (thanks Saad) and snacks are much appreciated by all the officers at the West District! Please remember the CWAC group meets on Thursday's at 9am at Steep and Brew at 6656 … [read more]

November 29, 2017 9:53 AM

Don't let the snow lead to a ticket or a tow. Here are few things you need to know to AVOID a ticket or a tow: Alternate Side Parking is in effect city-wide with the exception of the Snow Emergency Zone (unless there is a Declared Snow Emergency). Alternate Side Parking is in effect from … [read more]

November 27, 2017 11:49 AM

Tis the season for thankfulness, celebration and SCAMS. There are a number of scams going on around Madison, one being the Grandparent scam. This is where are called and a person claiming to be a police officer says the grandchild was arrested and they need bail money to get out. The victim … [read more]

November 6, 2017 3:18 PM

Theft from autos is still a big issue Theft from Auto is down about 15% but we still have had about 1107 this year. There have been 25 guns stolen this year from autos. Many of them were actually unlocked! This is 25 guns getting into criminals hands that did not have to happen. … [read more]

November 1, 2017 1:16 PM

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

September 25, 2017 2:46 PM

Please join us Wednesday night from 4p-6p in the open area next to the Old National Bank on Raymond Rd. Along with free food grilled by officers and free books for the kids, we will have an exciting announcement! [read more]

September 20, 2017 12:14 PM

I just wanted to give all of you an update regarding the recent homicide/home explosion on Stratton Way. Steven Pirus, who is the suspect case had a bail hearing yesterday and now has a 1 million dollar bail. This was a huge case considering the time, personnel, and resources that were … [read more]

August 24, 2017 12:59 PM

Several of us from MPD were fortunate to take part in the first annual (I hope) Back to School Picnic that was organized by Officer Theresa Magyera and Jenifer Vondrak from the West Middleton Elementary School. As I mentioned in previous blogs, there are about 140 kids who live in The … [read more]

May 23, 2017 12:39 PM

We recently received some exciting news that a Farmers Market will be coming to Elver Park this summer! There will be vendors, events, and different organizations represented. Please attend and support your local growers. Here is the news release: Elver Park Farmers Market Saturdays June … [read more]

May 19, 2017 11:11 AM

This past Tuesday, the West District felt some community love from the "We Support Madison Police" group. This is a group of citizens who were organized by Paula and Steve Fitzsimmons. They went out an solcited area businesses for food, beverage, cake and flower donations for the event. The … [read more]

May 16, 2017 7:31 AM

Each year, the Sauk Trails Optimist Club recognizes two West District MPD officers to be the "Officers of the Year" This year Detective Lindsey Ludden and Officer Dustin Pailing were recognized at a banquet held last week. Below is a short bio on each of them. Det Ludden has been employed by … [read more]

May 8, 2017 3:39 PM

Sunday, we were blessed to have a life group from Blackhawk Church choose the WPD to do a community service project with! Blue sky and relatively warm weather ruled the day (along with donuts and bagels). Both young and old chipped in with weed pulling, mulching and pruning, and as the old … [read more]

March 23, 2017 6:25 AM

This week I will profile Sergeant Matt Baker who is one of our new night shift Sergeants in the West District. Matthew has been working as a police officer for the past 11 years. He grew up in central Wisconsin and attended the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. Before becoming a police … [read more]

March 8, 2017 12:11 PM

As I am sure many of you know, the City Council voted last year to bring in a group to study the Madison Police Department. That group, OIR is taking public input now. We look forward to studying the results of the study. It is crucial that you give feedback as to how we are doing. We … [read more]

March 3, 2017 9:51 AM

Yesterday was the National Read Across America Day which celebrates reading. A number of our officers took part in different schools around the city. Here are a few pictures with Off. Luedtke, Off. Magyera and Asst. Chief Williams. The reports from these officers and Asst. Chief, were very … [read more]

October 10, 2016 9:38 AM

NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING POTENTIAL RENOVATION OF THE FAIRCHILD BUILDING AT 120 SOUTH FAIRCHILD STREET MONDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2016 - 7:00 P.M. CAPITOL LAKES RETIREMENT COMMUNITY 333 WEST MAIN STREET Please join me for a neighborhood meeting to review and discuss the study of … [read more]

September 27, 2016 3:33 PM

Chief Koval's Community Forum in the South District is just a little more than three weeks away! Please mark your calendars and plan to join us in the Atrium of the Villager Mall at 2300 S. Park Street on Monday, October 17 from 6:00pm - 7:30pm. This is an informal gathering and an … [read more]

September 22, 2016 7:55 AM

The Central District with the assistance of Festival Foods is hosting a community forum. Date: Wednesday September 28, 2016 Location: Festival Foods Conference Room 810 E. Washington Ave. Time: 6:00 pm to 7:30pm Please join Central District staff along with Central … [read more]

September 22, 2016 7:42 AM

2017 Capitol Square Reconstruction Project PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING TODAY 2017 Capitol Square Reconstruction Project Thursday, September 22 @ 2:30pm Central Library, Room 302, 201 W. Mifflin St., Madison The City of Madison is planning to reconstruct the south half of the … [read more]

September 19, 2016 8:52 AM

Don’t Miss Out! Register Today 2016 Mayor’s Neighborhood Conference: People-Places-Possibilities, Saturday, October 8, 2016, Monona Terrace Community & Convention Center, One John Nolen Drive Mayor’s Blog Register directly online (Spanish) or by mail. Your $15 registration … [read more]

September 14, 2016 10:16 AM

Chief Koval will hold two community forums in the West District this fall: September 29, 6p - 7:30p at the West Madison Senior Center (602 Sawyer Terrace) October 3, 7p - 8:30p at Good Shepherd Church (5701 Raymond Road) Please stop out and meet with the Chief! [read more]

August 26, 2016 2:41 PM

Chief Koval will be hosting his next community forums starting in September. These forums are open to everyone in the community and give YOU the chance to meet the Chief, hear from the Chief, ask questions and to hear about our current initiatives. Each district will be hosting one forum in … [read more]

February 28, 2016 3:31 PM

Don't forget about your opportunity to hear from Chief Koval this coming Wednesday, March 2nd from 6:00pm - 7:30pm at the South Police District. We will be in the Community Room for an informal gathering where you can hear updates from the Chief and ask him questions that are important to you! … [read more]

February 21, 2016 12:56 PM

Chief Koval's Community Forum in the South District is just a little more than one week away! Please join us in the Community Room of the South Police District Station at 825 Hughes Place on Wednesday, March 2nd from 6:00pm - 7:30pm. This is an informal gathering and an opportunity to hear … [read more]

January 28, 2016 9:24 AM

In 2016 Chief Koval will continue with his community forums as he did last year. The next rounds of forums in will take place in February and March througout our districts. These forums are a time which allow for the public to meet directly with Chief Koval (and the command staff at the … [read more]

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