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Police Department

The Police Department is a fully staffed, 24 hour / 7 day a week operation. Its mission is to provide quality, professional police protection and services through a strong, integrated relationship with the community. The policing strategy of the department is that of proactive policing through community involvement.

Characteristics of the Spring Lake Police Department

- 14 full-time, sworn officers including 1 full-time detective
- 12 - 15 seasonal Class I & II, Special Officers 8 civilian employees
- Modern Police / Fire Complex

The Police Department utilizes a varying array of equipment to provide quality services to the community: 

- Police cruisers
- 4 wheel drive sport utility vehicles
- ATV, All Terrain Vehicles
- Police Bicycle Patrol

DARE Program - Drug Abuse Resistance Education, early intervention program taught in both elementary schools.

House Closing Registration - For residents who may be leaving their house unoccupied for an extended period of time. Information is left with the police department regarding contacts, alarm, lighting, vehicles, etc.

Ident-a-Kid Program - provides parents with a photograph and records personal information for children in case a child becomes lost or missing.

Operation Senior Line - program that enables senior citizens of our community to telephone the police department on a daily basis in an effort to ensure their well being and safety. Officers make visits to the seniors if a call is not received.