Announcements

FPD Unveils New SRO Vehicle

For the 2022 spring semester, the Frederick Police Department partnered with Frederick High School to design the wrap for their School Resource Officer vehicle. On Thursday, July 28, student Kyle Richards was invited to be the first person on the scene to see the new addition to the FPD fleet with his winning design. 

In January, SRO Fairbanks approached Ms. Johnson to ask if her Beginning Graphic Design class would be interested in taking on the vehicle wrap project since the school was changing mascots to the Golden Eagles. Over twenty students in Ms. Johnson's class accepted the challenge to enter the contest for the official design. SRO Andy Fairbanks, police command staff, Ms. Johnson, and school administrators chose the winning design. picture of new police vehicle

Kyle smiled wide as he said, "I'm glad I get to represent my high school and leave a legacy with my design. Seeing it for the first time, I am so excited to see how visually appealing the colors and design all go together!"

Kyle spent time over the summer with SRO Fairbanks making minor adjustments to the design to represent the FHS Golden Eagles while maintaining the look of a police car. "As a police department, we were happy to use this car as another way to show our partnership with FHS, the St. Vrain Valley School District, our families, and community," reported SRO Fairbanks.

FHS Principal Dr. Russell Fox was also on hand for the big occasion to celebrate, stating, "What makes Frederick unique is the relationships we have with the Town and Police Department. Our genuine partnership through working together on community projects with our students makes FHS the best high school in Colorado!"

The new vehicle will be on-site at Frederick High School when students return to the classroom in August. The design will symbolize ownership and school spirit for students starting the school year with a new mascot, the Golden Eagles.

Frederick Police Department Launches Co-Responder Program

The Frederick Police Department is pleased to announce a new partnership with North Range Behavioral Health to launch the Carbon Valley & Mead Co-Responder Program. This alliance strengthens the FPD's methods of community policing by working directly with a Co-Responder from NRBH. When a community member needs help related to a mental health crisis, a Co-Responder will be available to provide case consultation, crisis intervention, service coordination, and referrals to resources. Carbon Valley Mead CoResponder Program

"It's time we start working in partnership with mental health professionals such as North Range Behavioral Health. We need to let those who are struggling know we are here to help; they are not alone. The right approach to service calls is evaluating needs and getting them the resources they need." stated Frederick Police Chief Todd Norris.

Kimberly Collins, Chief Clinical Officer of North Range Behavioral Health, says, "It's clear to see that the Town of Frederick recognizes that the effects of many mental health disorders can be prevented and mitigated. But only if we respond appropriately to signs and symptoms in moments of crisis." 

Communities are changing how they respond to behavioral health crises. North Range Behavioral Health and the Town of Frederick, Town of Firestone, City of Dacono, and Town of Mead are taking the lead with forming the Carbon Valley & Mead Co-Responder Program. When a call comes into dispatch, needs are assessed based on many factors. For example, if someone is experiencing a mental health matter, a Frederick Police Officer will request a Co-Responder from NRBH to assist. By establishing and providing a coordinated approach, the goal is to reduce emergency room admissions, jail admissions, costs for healthcare, duplication of services, and treat people with respect and dignity to help them through a crisis. 

The Frederick Police Department has agreed to contribute some resources needed to make the program successful. The FPD has submitted $6,500 in the 2022 budget and decided to lease a pretty sweet 2012 Chevrolet Caprice for $1.00 to NRBH.

The Town of Frederick values of Family, Respect, Empowerment, and Dedication and North Range Behavioral Health's vision - Where Hope Begins and Change is Possible - aligns with the program's goals. The Co-Responder program is an example of our leaders in the community knowing when a change in approach is needed and taking action to do the right thing.

Photo Caption: North Range Behavioral Health Program Director Allyce Torres and Frederick Police Officer Tyler Farson get ready for the Co-Responder program. Photo by Zach Mahone.