□ Other ______________________________________________________________________________________
Certification and Background Authorization
I certify all information given in this application is true and complete. I authorize the Hood River Police Department
to conduct a criminal history check of me. I hereby release the City of Hood River from any liability which might be
claimed because of information obtained through such criminal history check.
Applicant Signature: __________________________________________ Date: _____________________________
Police and Community Relation Team
Constitution
The Hood River Police Department’s Police and Community Relations Team is an informal group having monthly
meetings. It is advisory only with no oversight authority. It should broadly represent the community with members
from different neighborhoods, different business districts, and other community representatives. Members must
either be residents of, or owners or managers of businesses in, the City of Hood River.
Vision
The Police and Community Relations Team is an open and objective forum offering guidance to, and collaboration
with, the Hood River Police Department in its effort to effectively deliver services in a manner that is responsive to
the community.
Mission
The mission of the Police and Community Relations Team is to positively interact with the Chief of Police to offer
community perspective on Hood River Police Department’s delivery of services.
Goals
The Police and Community Relations Team will:
1. Offer and discuss specific concerns facing neighborhoods, businesses, or the community;
2. Discuss ways the Hood River Police Department can overcome or manage various operational challenges;
3. Help the Hood River Police Department prioritize its service delivery;
4. Help mobilize the community in solving community problems as they relate to law enforcement.
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