Once the program and its goals were identified, it was launched officially in November 1999, just in time for the new Millennium. The program consists of members of the community who volunteer their time to primarily patrol the streets of Grover Beach, extending the eyes and ears of sworn uniformed personnel. The presence of these volunteers complements the Department's delivery of services to ensure the safety of our community. Since the program's implementation, C.A.T.s has been responsible for several successful arrests and the discovery of a number of crimes. No physical examination is required Training Completion of the Grover Beach Police Department approved training course will be required before assignment.
Training is conducted by law enforcement personnel in a classroom environment.
A major activity is citizen patrol, which supplements police operations by assisting officers with tasks that currently take them away from patrol time. C.A.T.s also participate throughout the Department, assisting in records, administration, the investigation division, crime prevention, traffic control, transportation, and clerical duties. Assignments are based on the volunteer's abilities and interests. Contact For further information on the Citizen's Assistance Team, contact Sgt. Return to the Grover Beach Police Department page.