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Central District Community Policing Team

The mission of the Community Policing Teams (CPT) is to serve as a resource that effectively collaborate(s) with community stakeholders, external partners and units within MPD in an effort to problem solve and address issues unique to all neighborhoods within each police district. Responsiveness to community needs and ensuring the department's accessibility to all members of the community are pivotal in fulfilling this mission.

  • Contact the Central District Community Policing Team: (608) 266-4248
Sergeant Gregg Sosoka

Sergeant Gregg Sosoka

Hi - My name is Gregg Sosoka, and I'm in my second year as the supervisor for the Central District Community Policing Team (CCPT), and my 5th year as a sergeant at MPD. I've been with Madison Police since October 2013 and have worked a number of assignments in my time - both in patrol and other roles to include a neighborhood resource officer on the north side and a CPT officer on the west side. As a supervisor, I've spent a lot of time in patrol, and spent some time as the supervisor of the former Midtown CPT. Central CPT has been, by far, my most rewarding experience at MPD, thus far. 2023's team was nothing short of exceptional in terms of work product and making the downtown Madison a safer place for all, and we will strive to meet and exceed that standard in 2024. This year's team, with over 50 years of combined policing experience, brings together officers with a wide range of expertise and backgrounds which will no doubt synergize to provide the isthmus with comprehensive proactive evidence-based policing. We'll be out and about most nights of the week, primarily after dark. Before transitioning to law enforcement, I spent a few years running college residence halls in Florida and Ohio after receiving my M.S.Ed. and B.A. in Criminal Justice at The University of Dayton (Go Flyers!). I can be reached via our office phone number at 608-266-4248 or by email at gsosoka@cityofmadison.com.

Jane Preston

Jane Preston

I am Officer Jane Preston. This is my 15th year working for MPD, and my 4th year assigned to the Central District Community Policing Team. Our team works staggered shifts, primarily afternoons throughout the week and evening/night hours on the weekends, to accommodate the special needs of the downtown entertainment zone. In addition to my Central CPT duties, I am also the president of the Madison Area Loss Prevention Association (MALPA). I spent ten years working the beats surrounding East Towne Mall and have built an extensive working relationship with multiple area loss prevention officers. I graduated from Winona State University (town overlook pictured) with a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice and a minor in Psychology. I can be reached via our office phone number of 608-266-4248, or my work email of jpreston@cityofmadison.com.

Ethan Pierick

Ethan Pierick

I am Officer Ethan Pierick, this is my 8th year with the Madison Police Department and my second year assigned to the Central District Community Policing Team. Prior to joining this team, I worked six years as a patrol officer on the night shift including two years in the Central District. I also lived in the Downtown area for over a decade both before and during my time at the department. One of my responsibilities on the team, along with Officer Preston, is serving as a liaison for all the taverns in downtown Madison. Our team will perform tavern inspections on the weekends and generally be a visible presence in the very busy entertainment district downtown. Outside of work I enjoy spending time outdoors, traveling, and following Badger sports. I can be reached via our officer phone number at 608-266-4248 or my email epierick@cityofmadison.com.

Officer Cimino

Alexandra Cimino

I am Officer Alex Cimino, this is my 6th year with the Madison Police Department and my first year assigned to the Central District Community Policing Team. I enjoyed working the night shift downtown in previous years and am excited to return to this district. Outside of work I spend most of my time tending my garden, reading to my dogs, and looking for antique furniture on the side of the road. I can be reached via our officer phone number at 608-266-4248 or my email acimino@cityofmadison.com.

Officer Ciufo

Anthony Ciufo

I am Officer Tony Ciufo. This is my 5th year working for MPD and my first year assigned to the Central District Community Policing Team. Prior to this year, I worked for the East and North Districts, working night shifts and afternoon shifts. I am a lifelong Madison resident, graduating from Madison East High School. Outside of work, I enjoy being outdoors hunting and fishing, spending time with my family, traveling and watching Wisconsin sports (Go Packers, Badgers, Bucks and Brewers). I can be reached via our office phone number 608-266-4248 or via email aciufo@cityofmadison.com.

Officer Clennon

Steven Clennon

Hello, I'm Officer Steve Clennon. I've been a police officer with the City of Madison for 5 years. During those 5 years I've worked in the downtown area on the afternoon and night shifts. During my 5 years policing in the downtown area, I have become dedicated to providing high quality police services in the heart of the City. I enjoy interacting with all the different people that State Street brings to Madison and I'm happy to be able to make it a safer and more enjoyable location. I'm a graduate of Winona State University and have a bachelor's degree in criminal justice with a minor in biology. In my off time I enjoy exploring the outdoors with my wife and dogs. I can be reached via our officer phone number at 608-266-4248 or my email sclennon@cityofmadison.com.

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