Mission Statement
Mission Statement
The members of the Springfield Police Division are dedicated to providing the highest quality police services in order to enhance community safety, protect life and property, and reduce crime and the fear of crime. To do this, we pledge to develop a partnership with the community, lead a community commitment to resolve problems, and improve the safety and quality of life in our township.
Protecting the constitutional rights of individuals, maintaining order and encouraging respect for the rule of law by the proper enforcement thereof.
To earn the respect of all individuals, including minority and disadvantaged persons, by maintaining a knowledgeable, responsive, well-trained and accountable work force that discharges their duties and responsibilities with evidence of fairness, tolerance and equality.
To reduce the opportunity for the commission of crime by implementing effective crime prevention strategies, fully investigating crimes when they occur and expeditiously apprehending criminal offenders.
To identify, address and resolve the root causes of community problems and concerns in concert with citizen groups and representatives through the use of community oriented policing strategies.
The Township of Springfield's Police Division will be participating in this years National Night Out on August 3rd 2010. To learn more about National Night Out and National Association of Town Watch please visit the websites above.
Union County Hosting "National Night Out" in Meisel Park in Springfield
|
|
|
SPRINGFIELD, NJ – The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders will host a National Night Out event on Tuesday, August 3, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in Meisel Park, off Meisel Avenue in Springfield. The 27th Annual National Night Out is a unique police-community partnership aimed at preventing crime and drug use. The Township of Springfield and the Borough of New Providence will also be participating. “National Night Out is a time for people to learn about neighborhood safety and to stand together against crime and violence,” said Freeholder Chairman Daniel Sullivan. “And it’s a time to strengthen our relationships with the law enforcement and public safety officials who work to protect and serve our communities.” This year’s event will showcase the Union County Police, the Union County Office of Emergency Management, the Union County Sheriff’s Office’s K-9 and ID units. Emergency vehicles and equipment from Springfield and New Providence will also be featured. There will be complimentary hot dogs and water, donated by Target, for all attendees plus free inflatable rides, games and activities. After the National Night Out activities, at 8:45 p.m., Union County’s summertime Family Flix program will show the animated movie Shrek 2. For more information about National Night Out in Springfield or the schedule for Family Flix, please call the Department of Parks and Community Renewal at (908) 527-4900 or visit the Union County web site: www.ucnj.org. |
us at police@springfield-nj.us
or contact us by phone 973-376-0400
Crime Stoppers Tip Line 973-912-CARE (2273)
