Community policing means police become part of the neighborhood. This helps police get a better sense of resident s needs and helps residents to develop greater trust in the police. In essence the community joins the police department. Together, in partnership, the community and police department work together to achieve a common goal of a safer, better place to live and raise a family. Community policing calls for teamwork between citizens and police.
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The police are more effective when they can depend on residents help. Commitment from citizens, business owners, governmental agencies, elected officials, churches, schools, and other service organizations are all vital if community policing is to work. Community police officers look to all residents to help in solving community problems. Back to the top. Neighborhood Concerns Residents of any neighborhood may share many of the same concerns and fears.