b'By Chief of Police O ne of our goals5 years, preventing the need to budgetco-responder, as well as other valuable Message from Chief Boefor this year is tofor repairs as equipment wears out.public safety funding opportunities. We utilize grants toThe second successful grant fundedrecently applied for a grant covering improve our equipmentour current GPS co-responder, Monica,the GPS co-responder program through and maintain ourfor the first half of2027 ($466,000 mental health2025 in the amountfunding request). Theodore co-responder position,of $66,000. ThisIn addition to Boe branded as the Gettingaward includesWe will continue to workpaying the full People Services (GPS)her salary,towards long-term fundingcosts associated program. Grants are labor intensivebenefits, uniformswith GPS Lara, both to apply for and report out on.and vehicle. Byfor our GPS co-responder,it includes Over the last couple months, we havecontinuing thisas well as other valuableadditional been successful at achieving two grantsprogram, we aretraining, towards our goals.able to bring thepublic safety fundingtechnical support The first successful grant was forright responseopportunities. and data analysis the replacement of our body-wornto those in crisis,to show the camera systems in the amount ofcombiningimpacts of the $77,000. Our cameras are servicedcompassion withprogram on by Motorola and the technology wasaccountability forcrime in our both out of warranty and no longerillegal behaviors.community. supported by the company. UpgradingThis measured approach has shownIt is our honor to not only provide to the latest technology allows us toeffectiveness at connecting people toexceptional service with our general provide the best quality images andresources and reducing engagementfund budget but also to maximize sound quality, to include low lightwith the criminal justice system. the use of state and federal grant conditions. The new equipment also willWe will continue to work towardsopportunities.Chief Theodore Boebe under factory warranty for the nextlong-term funding for our GPS Lets get this party started50 We turn 05Sept 15Proudly serving Des Moines, Normandy Park and Kent West Hill since 1975. Follow us for party plans.Join the fun, stay active, and be part of your communitymount rainier pool22722 19 thAve S, Des MoinesMtRainierPool.com206.824.472210|DES MOINES CITY CURRENTS|SUMMER 2025'