The bike team's main focus is self-initiated activity. Although officers normally patrol near the city parks, the public library, the aquatic center, ball parks, and other general downtown sites, the bike team is not limited to these areas. The officers work closely with Patrol in order to target certain crime problems and recent public concerns. In short, the bike team's patrol can cover the expanse of the city limits. Besides the self-initiated activity that keeps the bike team quite busy, the bike officers will also respond to radio calls.
People are generally friendlier and are more apt to approach an officer on a bicycle.
Often the officer will ride right up on a crime in progress without being detected. Disorderly subjects, property being damaged, noise complaints, etc., are easily detected by the bicycle patrol officer. The bike team naturally attracts many positive citizen contacts from both the business community and the community at large. Officers are encouraged to take the time to promote a positive relationship with these groups. Furthermore, the unit is an excellent enforcement tool.