The safest party on the streets of Carson City is set for Saturday, May 18.
The Carson City Sheriff's Office presents its 10th annual Cops and Kids open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free community event features food, music, games, activities and presentations.
The open house will be at the Sheriff's Office, 911 E. Musser.
Here is a news release put out by the Carson City Sheriff's Office:
COPS AND KIDS SHERIFF’S OPEN HOUSE
Carson City Sheriff’s Office is hosting the 10th Annual Cops and Kids Sheriff’s Open House safety, crime, substance abuse and safety awareness fair. The theme continues to be, “Cops and Kids - Where the Community and Law Enforcement Come Together.” This event is on Saturday, May 18, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Carson City Sheriff’s Office, 911 E. Musser Street Carson City, NV. Cops and Kids Sheriff’s Open House was started by Sheriff Ken Furlong as part of the community policing efforts implemented by his administration.
Cops and Kids Sheriffs Open House is one of the strategies used to build positive relationships between law enforcement, youth and citizens of all ages. This event is full of possibilities and opportunities. People are able to increase their knowledge and awareness about ways to prevent crime, substance abuse, violence and gangs, while having fun at the same time. Youth are able to meet good role models and participate in positive alternative activities.
“Interacting with youth gives them a sense of belonging and ownership both with the sheriff’s office and with the community. Youth follow our example, therefore this is the perfect time for divisions and departments to come together and model the integrity of law enforcement and public safety set forth in our ethics and Code of Conduct.
Sheriff Furlong said, “As we continue to build positive relationships with our youth, it is important to realize the strength of bond established at very early ages. For a young boy or girl to be able to identify with an officer by their first name, barriers are reduced and trust with confidence is built.”
“This event offers something for people of all ages,” said DARE Officer and organizer Lisa Davis. “There is always something new to see. The Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP) is the newest addition to the event. NHP is in the process of creating a substation at the Carson City Sheriff’s Office.
The public will be able to view the location of the new office as well as visit some NHP equipment which will be on display. Everyone is invited check out all of our local law enforcement programs - many of which have received recognition and awards over the past several years. We encourage every citizen to visit with members of the K-9 Unit, Motors, Special Enforcement Team, S.W.A.T., Detectives, CSI Crime Lab, Evidence, Detention, Patrol, Cops and Kids Community Prevention & DARE, Reserves, and Volunteers in Police Service.
Cops and Kids sheriff’s Open house started in an effort to give back to the community and is partially funded by Justice Assistance Grant. It has grown and gained so much community support that sponsors stepped in to defray costs. Grocery Outlet donates hot dogs, buns and beverages. Kemp’s Fun Jumpers provides the bounce house. Northern Nevada Coin, Benson’s Feed, Liz’s Biz, Dan Kimm Rock It Productions, American Family Insurance and Jamba Juice all donate or provide services to help minimize the cost.
Because of community contributions, more youth and citizens are able to participate. Free hot dogs and beverages are served while supplies last, youth earn prizes by participating in many of the activities, and everyone gets the chance to interact with officers and community agencies. Undersheriff Steve Albertsen said, “These businesses give so much to make this event a success.
We are deeply gratified to have the same sponsors come together and consistently partner with their Sheriff’s Office. Our sponsors increase every year. It would be impossible to maintain the growth of this event without their help.”
Local agencies and law enforcement personnel help make this event a success by conducting hands-on activities. Local agencies including the Partnership Carson City, Y.I.E.L.D., Boys and Girls Club of Northern Nevada, Mentor Center, Ron Wood Family Resource Center, Cub Scouts, U.N.R. Cooperative Extension 4-H Youth Development, Food for Thought, and more. This is an excellent opportunity for parents to find out about summer youth activities available in Carson City.
Carson City Sheriff’s Office is strides to build strong positive bonds between law enforcement, youth and the community. We hope you join us! For more information call Lisa Davis at (775) 283-7809.