Board of Police Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda

Town of Waterford, Connecticut, Police Commission Meeting Agenda
Training Room at the Waterford Police Department
12/11/2023 5:00 pm
Call to order and establish quorum:
Pledge of Allegiance:
Public input:
Acceptance of minutes: November 13, 2023 Regular Meeting
Correspondence:
a. Thank you letter to Chief Balestracci and Officers from the Assistant Director of Senior
b. Thank you letter to Detective Bonkowski from the Registrar of Voters
Services
Traffic Commission Review:
Chief's Report:
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b.
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K9 Reports for November
Youth Report for November
Investigative Services Report for November
Training Report for November
Records Report for November
Community Service Officer Report for November
Patrol Report for November
Animal Control Report for November
Community Engagement Report for November

Old Business:
a. Police Chief Selection Process
b. Recording of Commission Meetings
New Business:
a. Flock Cameras
b. Review and possible action on FY24/25 Budget
c. Retirement Commission Appointment

MINUTES (*Revised)
BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS
November 13, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Commissioner C. Gamble, Commissioner R. Brule, Commissioner M. Gelinas,
Commissioner T. Sheridan, Commissioner Dimmock
DEPARTMENT: — Chief M. Balestracci, LT N. VanOverloop, LT D. Ferland,
LT P. Flanagan, Sgt. J. Nickerson, Traffic Officer Mark Devine
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM:
Commissioner Gamble called the meeting to order at 5:00p.m. in the General Meeting Room of
the Waterford Police Department. A Quorum was established.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
PUBLIC INPUT:
ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES:
MOTION: Made by Commissioner Sheridan and seconded by Commissioner Gelinas to accept
the minutes from the October 10, 2023 Regular Meeting. Motion passed.
CORRESPONDENCE:
Correspondence was reviewed.
MOTION: Made by Commissioner Dimmock and Seconded by Commissioner Sheridan to
move Police Chief Selection Process to the top of the agenda. Motion passed unanimously.
Rick Wells, Chairperson of the Personnel Review Board and Kristi Kelly, Town Labor Attorney
answered questions from Commission members regarding changes made to the Chief of Police
BOPC MINUTES 11/13/2023
*Revised to correct date from October 10, 2023 to November 13, 2023.

job description. Discussion regarding sections of the Town Charter and Town Ordinances
related to supervision of the Police Chief ensued.
MOTION: Made by Commissioner Gelinas and Seconded by Commissioner Sheridan to
approve the Chief of Police job description as presented. No vote was taken,
Commissioner Gelinas withdrew the motion pending additional information.
Topic was tabled till the next BOPC meeting.
TRAFFIC COMMISSION REVIEW:
Sgt Nickerson discussed details related to a stop sign request at Ridgewood Avenue/Birch Street
from a resident of Ridgewood Avenue. He specifically presented details related to line of sight
issues, the number of accidents at this intersection and the proximity of other stop signs in the
area, Summer beach traffic traveling at speeds well above the speed limit was discussed.
Commissioner Dimmock suggested a speed study be done in the summer during high traffic
times. Traffic Officer Devine will follow up in the summer.
A resident of Ridgewood Avenue asked to speak on this topic. He complained about high speeds
and out of town beach traffic in his residential neighborhood. He’s concerned about safety and
said it’s bad and getting worse for residents in that area. Chief Balestracci said speed issues
should be addressed now.
Sgt Nickerson presented the Niantic River Road sign and painting request submitted by
Waterford Ambulance.
MOTION: Made by Commissioner Sheridan and Seconded by Commissioner Dimmock to
approve the Niantic River Road Sign/Painting Request as presented. Motion passed
unanimously.
CHIEF’S REPORT:
a. K9 Reports for October
October report was received.
b. Youth Reports for October
October report was received.
c. Investigative Services for October
October report was received.
d. Training Report for October
October report was received.

e. Records Report for October
October report was received.
f. Community Service Officer Report for October
October report was received.
g. Patrol Report for October
October report was received.
h. Animal Control Report for October
October report was received.
i. Community Engagement Report for October
October report was received.
OLD BUSINESS:
a. Police Chief Selection Process — Moved to the top of the agenda.
b. Recording Commission Meetings — Chief Balestracci updated the Commission on the
progress of the project. No completion date has been set at this time.
NEW BUSINESS:
Chief Balestracci updated the Commission on the status of the FY24/25 budget preparation and
deadlines.
Chief discussed the pressure of police work on officers and shared an article on officer wellness.
He presented Calmpaks to the commissioners and explained that he had presented one to each of
the staff at the PD to help with stress, anxiety and sleep. He talked about the importance of
reaching all officers to promote officer wellness.
Commissioner Dimmock mentioned that they will have to appoint a new member to the
Retirement Commission at the December meeting.
MOTION: Made by Commissioner Dimmock and Seconded by Commissioner Gelinas to
adjourn the meeting at 6:00 p.m. Motion passed unanimously.
Respectfully submitted by:
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Diane E. Driscoll
Recording Secretary

FIFTEEN ROPE FERRY ROAD
WATERFORD, CT 06385-2886
PHONE: 860-442-0553
www.waterfordct.org
November 20, 2023
Chief Balestracci &
The Waterford Police
15 Rope Ferry Rd.
Waterford, CT 06385
Dear Chief and Friends,
On behalf of Waterford Senior Services I would like to thank you for participating in our
Veterans Day Luncheon. This luncheon means so much to our Veterans and seniors who attend
and they appreciate you attending and recognizing their service to our country. We hope that
you will join us for events at Senior Services in the future.
We wish everyone at the Waterford Police Department has a safe and happy holiday season!
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From: Marc Balestracci
Sent: Tuesday, November 21, 2023 12:23 PM
To: Diane Driscoll
Subject: FW: Poll Worker Training
Diane,
Could you please add this email to the BOPC meeting in December.
Thank you,
Marc Balestracci
Chief of Police
Waterford Police Department
41 Avery Lane, Waterford, Connecticut
860-442-9451 Ext. 2282
From: Bigi Ebbin <bebbin@waterfordct.org>
Sent: Tuesday, November 21, 2023 12:09 PM
To: Leigh Bonkowski <Ibonkowski@waterfordct.org>
Cc: Marc Balestracci <mbalestracci@waterfordct.org>; Patti Waters <PWaters@waterfordct.org>
Subject: Poll Worker Training
Dear Officer Bonkowski:
Thank you very much for speaking at our Poll Worker Training and giving a lesson on de-escalation techniques. We
found it very helpful. It was also reassuring for our workers to hear how the Waterford P.D. oversees safety at the polls
on that day. It would be a good addition to our trainings in 2024 if you have the time to return.
Sincerely,
Bigi Ebbin & Patti Waters
Registrar of Voters
Town of Waterford
15 Rope Ferry Road
Waterford, CT 06385
860-444-5836

Waterford Police Department Traffic Officer’s Report
November 2023
Officer Devine took over the Traffic Officer position on November 13, 2023.
Traffic Complaints:
11/7/2023 Complaint about new signs added on Hempstead Dr. at Route 32. Caller had
issues with the new larger signs and warning signs. The caller was advised that State DOT put
the signs there, based on safety regulations. The complainant was given contact info for DOT
District 2 if he had further concerns.
11/16/2023 Complaint about “no parking” signs being on the front of the complainant’s
property on Summer St. Complainant inquired if the sign could be moved. Spoke with caller on
phone will be meeting in person to discuss further, as well as a reported speeding issue she
states is occurring on the road.
11/16/2023 Caller wished to speak about adding a crosswalk on Niantic River Rd. at Daniels
Ave. Left message for caller, will be following up to meet with her.
11/17/2023 Road closure in Montville on Fire St. Montville Public Works requested to put a
road closure sign at Huntsbrook Rd and Unger Rd, for their road closure of Fire St. All Waterford
residents were able to access their properties on Huntsbrook with the closure. Information was
added to Facebook to let community members know. No issues were reported.
11/21/2023 Stopped School bus complaint on Route 32. Operator was identified and issued an
infraction. Case # 2023-01976
11/27/2023 Complaint of cars driving through the stop sign at Vauxhall St. Ext and Douglas
Lane. Caller reported that he has observed northbound traffic not stopping at the stop sign and
has concerns the signs are not visible enough. Follow up continues on this issue
Various other complaints were taken over individual cars for an individual incident, without
formal complaints.
Upcoming Events:
Pearl Harbor road race 12/03/2023 (1 officer assigned with fire police)
Montville Holiday Parade 12/03/2023 - Will include a closure of Route 32 in Montville causing
traffic to be diverted at Route 32 and Red Cedar Rd in Waterford. Closure could start as early as
1600 hours and last until the parade route is cleared. The parade is scheduled to begin at 1700
hours.
Jordan Green Tree Lighting 12/08/2023 (1 officer assigned)
Quaker Hill Tree Lighting 12/09/2023 (1 officer assigned)
Message Board Deployment:
Message board location Message delivered
Route 85 at Cross Road 1) Nota bee?
2) Don’t Drive Buzzed
Vauxhall St. Ext at FW Webb entrance 1) Nota bee?
2) Don’t Drive Buzzed

Waterford Police Department Traffic Officer’s Report
November 2023
Speed Traffic Sign Deployments:
am working with DPW to have poles installed for the solar traffic signs on (1) Vauxhall St. Extension
near Twin Lakes Road and (2) Willets Ave. at the old Bank of America Building
No battery powered signs were utilized during this month.
Traffic Enforcement:
During this time frame | worked eight (8) shifts. Traffic enforcement was concentrated on Route 32
from November 13, 2023 to November 22, 2023. On November 24, 2023 (Black Friday) enforcement
was directed on Route 85.
Infractions: 16
Warnings: 5
Total Stops: 21
*One additional infraction was issued for the stopped school bus violation, which does not appear in
stats. Case #2023-01976

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
K-9 Activity Report
November 2023
K-9 Ozzy
Monthly Uses: 3
2023 Uses: 58
K-9 Tico
Monthly Uses: 0
2023 Uses: 3
K-9 Usage
Ozzy
¢ On 11/13/23 Off. Genung and K-9 Ozzy assisted Off. Di-
ogo ona motor vehicle stop on RTE 32. Ozzy was de-
ployed for an open air exterior narcotics sniff and showed
alert behavior on the front driver and passenger door
seams. A probable cause search was conducted and several
oxycodone pills were located in the driver’s door. The op-
erator was taken into custody for motor vehicle and narcot-
ics related charges.
¢ On 11/19/23 Off. Genung and K-9 Ozzy responded to
Montville on a Mutual Aid assist. They were advised that
the operator of a motor vehicle had fled the scene of an ac-
cident on foot and was picked up by another vehicle. K-9
Ozzy was deployed to ensure there were no additional in-
jured persons that had fled the scene. Ozzy conducted a
search of the area and confirmed that no other occupants
were in the area.
Monthly Training
« Monthly K-9 training was conducted on 11/7/23 and 11/21/23 in obedience,
tracking, article search, building search, area search, narcotics detections, and
apprehension work.

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
, Youth Office Activity
| Report
November 2023
¢ Officer Lane teamed up with Joe Trelli from Waterford a SSS |
Youth Services to teach numerous Youth Promise clas-
ses at the three elementary schools in town.
¢ Officer Malbaurn attended a security meeting at Tem-
ple Emanu-E] with their leadership team. The Tem-
ple’s emergency action plan was reviewed and Off. Mal- |
baurn provided them with feedback and suggestions on
additional school security measures (Hebrew School).
¢ Officer Lane taught a sexting lesson aswellasaDUI }® a { i ll
lesson in the middle school’s health class. ba)
¢ On November 18, 2023 Officer Malbuarn was instru-
mental in investigating a possible school shooting
threat. The incident, which turned out to be unfound-
ed/misunderstanding, was investigated after school
hours and numerous students were contacted with Off.
Malbaurn’s assistance to the patrol division.
¢ Officer Lane, Officer Malbaurn, Lt. Flanagan, and
Chief Balestracci attended the district wide School
Safety Forum which was held at the WHS auditorium. f
The Police Department teamed up with the Superinten- jy
dent’s office to put on the presentation.
¢ Officer Malbaurn investigated runaway student (Silver
Alert / FILE 06). The student was later located.
Month at a Glance
0 — Home Visits
5 — CAD Report
2- Case Reports
0 — Arrests
SRO Lane & SRO Malbaurn continue to meet and talk with students on a daily basis for school, personal, and social
related topics in an effort to develop lasting relationships between the department and the youth in our community.

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
@®» Investigative Services
Division
November 2023
In the month of November 2023 the Investigative Services Division worked or assisted with
24 investigations.
Current Active Investigations (81 Cases):
(These numbers do not include assist’s to the Patrol Division)
Homicide—1 Pistol Permits—8
Burglary—6 Background Investigation—1
JV Sex Assault—3 Monogram Scam—1
Untimely—2 Fraud-1
Juvenile Complaint—1 ID Theft—1
Facebook Threats—1 Narcotics-1
Year to Date Statistical Report
Case Search Background Arrests Sex
Numbers Warrants CHEERS Assaults
120 29 16 22 17
Ex-Parte’s Auto Theft Burglary Unattended Robbery
Deaths
0 3 9 7 1

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
Investigative Services
Division
November 2023
November 2023 Updates:
Detective Carroll attended the three day Use of Force Summit put on yearly by Daigle Law
Group. This course has been of great value to numerous officers over the years in keeping
them updated in the use of force and other changing trends.
As one of the Waterford Police Department negotiators Detective Bonkowski attended a
negotiator conference in Scottsdale, Arizona. This was an opportunity for Detective
Bonkowski to stay updated on skills learned in the previously completed negotiators
courses.
November 2023 Investigations:
After a burglary at the Smoothie King in Waterford, CT. Detective Bonkowski identified a
suspect who worked within the complex through surveillance footage. During an interview of
the suspect Detective Bonkowski was able to get the suspect to confess to the burglary at
Smoothie King resulting in an arrest warrant for burglary and larceny.
Detective Carroll assisted the Waterford Fire Department and State Fire Marshall with a fatal
fire investigation on Perry Street in which an elderly female resident died. The incident was
determined to not be criminal in nature.
After the overdose drug death of a female in Waterford in March 2022 a suspect was
identified, arrested as the person who provided the drugs leading to the female’s overdose.
The case was completed this month with the male suspect being sentenced to serve twelve
(12) years in state prison.
Investigative Services assisted patrol with the photographs of a fatal motor vehicle accident in
the parking lot of the Crystal Mall.
Investigator Zaldivar assisted the Elkton Police Department located in Maryland with the
interview of a juvenile victim of a sexual assault. Investigator Zaldivar was able to coordinate
efforts with the New London County Multi Disciplinary Team in providing the police
department with the necessary information.
Sergeant Avdevich has been coordinating efforts with agencies in New York in serving an
arrest and search warrant on an individual responsible for numerous thefts in our and
surrounding agencies that resides in town on a somewhat transient basis.
Deceive O'Connell was assigned the most recent background investigation of a potential
Community Service Officer hire.

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
M@. Investigative Services
Division
November 2023
Task Force Report:
In the month of November, the VCTF executed one (1) search warrant resulting in the
recovery of narcotics in Groton Town. The task force also recovered one File 1 taken from
New London. The task force has two ongoing cases where they have been monitoring
surveillance cameras for two violent fugitives with outstanding warrants. Lastly, VCTF had
approximately seven (7) other narcotics and warrant-related arrests resulting in the seizure of
over 120 bags of fentanyl and two (2) ounces of crack cocaine.

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
~ INTEGRITY |
TRAINING REPORT
NOVEMBER 2023
New Officer Updates
Hiring Process: The Waterford Police Department continues it’s efforts in
recruiting and hiring. Training has begun a new hiring process to fill one current
vacancy and prepare for any future vacancies.
Recruit Status: Recruit Dylan Luce and Recruit Tanner Suplita started with the
department on November 13th to conduct orientation and training prior to the acad-
emy. They began the Eastern Regional Police Academy hosted by Law Enforcement
Council of Connecticut on November 27th. Officer Brandon Winakor, a lateral
transfer from another Connecticut police department started with the department
on November 27th. Officer Winakor began Field Training with Officer Genung later
that week.

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
INTEGRITY,
TRAINING REPORT
NOVEMBER 2023
Officer Barrows and Officer Devine attended the C.0.P.S National Conference on
Law Enforcement Wellness & Trauma.
Officer Bonkowski attended the NTOA Crisis Negotiation Conference, which had
been attended by Officer Fredricks and Sergeant Farrior last year.
Members of the Waterford Police Department completed low-light shooting and
shooting decisions training. The Blue Line Trailer has been used for several years
by our department, and puts officers into scenarios that require officers to work
together, communicate, and make a decision based on what scenario is presented
to them on a screen.
Officer Diogo and Officer Ewing conducted training and qualified on the patrol
rifle. Both officers were certified with their previous departments before transfer-
ring to Waterford, which allowed modified training by department firearms in-
structors
Sergeant Epps and Detective Carroll attended a three-day Use of Force Summit
at Mohegan Sun casino put on by the Daigle Law Group. The Use of Force Sum-
mit provided attendees with presentations from top industry expert instructors,
live keynote presentations and panels from experts across the country regarding
the hottest use of force topics in our country.

CSO Monthly Statistical Report
November 2023
Waterford Arrests #
Adult 10
Juvenile 0
Total Processed 10
Fingerprints #
Pistol Permits 2
Employment 22
Miscellaneous 3
Peddler / Precious Permits 1
Total Fingerprints 29
Firearms #
Firearms Transfer 27
Pistol Permits Issued 3
Initial Complaints (3A’s) #
Total 34
> CSO’s covered 64 shifts during the month equaling 510.5 hrs of shift coverage
> 2New CSO’s have begun their training. A 3" CSO is finishing up his training. Lastly, a
new CSO has a physical scheduled for December before they start training.

The Waterford Police Department Records Department
Activity for NOVEMBER 2023
This activity reflects daily activity for the reporting month inclusive of; administrative and
court paperwork or processing, contact with members of the public, and state or federal
mandated reporting requirements.
Ticket/Written | Freedom of | Motor | Warrants | Phone | Walk in | Background
Warning Information | Vehicle | (Entering | calls | Lobby Check
Entries Requests | Accident or Window | Requests
Entries | clearing)
380 129 28 63 153 125 8
Protective Officer Case State/Federal | Supervisor DCF
Order Tasking Erasures Report Tasking Requests
Entries Requests Entries Requests
0 20 257 0 26 14
Court Request Case Copies Abstracts
26 3 253
e Records staff received a significant request from a defense attorney for
records regarding a serious motor vehicle collision, which had already
been provided to the court. Due to their internal tracking, they were able to
confirm what had already been provided and eliminate the need for
duplicate work.
e In accordance with a new “Clean Slate” law (Public Act 21-32), which
automatically erases certain criminal conviction records, a new automated
notification process for erasures was created by the state. Records
personnel have been registered to log in and obtain these messages and
are reviewing the requirements and implementing a process to ensure
compliance.

Patrol Report
Commissioners Activity Report
November 2023
WPD Participates in Tip-a-Cop Event Patrol Calls for Service
On November 12, 2023 members of the Patrol Division participated Monthly Snap Shot:
in a Tip-a-Cop event at Crown Pizza. The event raised over one
thousand dollars and the proceeds were donated to the Special Total Service Calls 2591
Olympics foundation. K-9 Hodges, Off. Fredericks , Off.
McComic, Off. Ewing, Off. Reed, and Lt. Flanagan all took part in Case Nombersi IMs
the event serving tables, washing dishes, folding pizza boxes and Arrests 75
enjoying the comradery of the event.
Juvenile Arrests |
Larcenies 39
Arrest Warrants tl
Domestic Violence 6
Investigations
Traffic Crash 52
DUI Investigations 6
EDP/Welfare 36
Check
School Checks 125
DUI: Truck Hits Pole in Quaker Hill Motor Vehicle 637
On 11/1/23 Off. Colkos, while on routine patrol, observed a pickup _
truck dragging its bumper and emitting sparks on Norwich RD. Off. Written Warnings 137
Colkos attempted a traffic stop and the vehicle pulled into Price
Chopper. While doing so the vehicle went over the curbed grass Infractions 173
embankment and struck a light pole causing damage to the vehicle and
light pole. After further investigation the operator of the vehicle was Verbal Warnings 30!
taken into custody for DUI and additional Motor Vehicle related
charges. Misdemeanor 26
SELF INITIATED MOTOR VEHICLE ACTIVITY BY BADGE NUMBER
- 95-Officer Diogo with 165 stops
94-Officer Reed with 58 stops
60-Officer Ewing with 47 stops
Ey 47 49 = 74-Officer Caler with 40 stops
95 93 94 78 74 60 S10 75 O21 82 88 72 77 8 84 87 85 91 89 92 D22 S17 54 023 S16 44 67 80 C1 S14 S18

) Page 2 Patrol Report
Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrest
On November 13, 2023 Off. McComic was conduct-
ing routine traffic enforcement on RTE 32 north-
bound. Upon conducting a traffic stop for a speeding
violation, Off. McComic determined the vehicle had a
suspended registration. The operator initially gave a
fake name and probable cause was developed to
search the vehicle. Located in the vehicle was a quan-
tity of “crack” cocaine and various drug parapherna- _
lia. One of the occupants of the vehicle was also
found to have several active PRAWN warrants. Both |
the operator and passenger were taken into custody
for narcotics charges.
Facebook Post leads to Larceny Arrest
On November 15, 2023 Off. DiFusco responded to Best Buy for a larceny of a car
speaker. The operator fled the scene in a Red Scion vehicle. Pictures of both the
suspect and his vehicle were posted to the Waterford Police Department’s Face-
book page. A tip from the general public was received shortly thereafter and the
suspect was identified. He quickly turned himself into the Waterford Police De-
partment and was issued a Misdemeanor Summons for Larceny in the Sixth De-
gree.
MV Stop leads to Drug Arrest and Warrant Locate
On November 17, 2023 Off. Ewing conducted a routine MV Stop on RTE 32.
The operator was found to have an active warrant (FILE 05) held by New London
Police Department for Larceny in the Fifth Degree. A K-9 was requested and
Groton Town PD responded. The K-9 alerted to the presence of narcotic odor on
the exterior of the vehicle. Upon conducting a narcotics search of the vehicle a
rolled dollar bill was located containing a white powdery substance which tested
positive for cocaine. The operator was taken into custody for a series of motor ve-
hicle and drug charges and later released to the custody of the New London PD.
Sn, the Community, Sntoreat

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
Animal Control
Report
November 2023
The updated Waterford duck pond has been completed enough to
return the turtles, just in time for them to bury themselves in the
mud and hibernate.
New London Animal Control lost a kitten to feline distemper and
the cat room was immediately put into quarantine. Due to our pre-
viously instituted cleaning and litterbox protocols, the disease did
not spread to any other animal. After vaccinations and the quaran-
tine period the three cats we have at the shelter were once again put up for adoption.
AACO Ryan attended a training class on handling livestock; including goats, cows,
pigs. Additionally, updated statutes added livestock animals to the roaming dog statute
so that may be used to enforce violations when these animals get loose and roam the
streets.
ACO Ryan, with the assistance of a wildlife rehabilitator managed to detain and help a
fully grown swan that had been wrapped up in kite string, they did this by cornering
the bird against a fence and utilizing blankets to capture him, all without injuring the
bird or getting injured themselves. The East
bird was freed from the string and Waterford Lyme
checked for injuries before being re- Calls for Service 69 33
leased. After Hour Call Outs 1 3
Tickets issued 0 0
Warnings issued 0 1
‘Dog Bites 2 il
Animals Redeemed 5 is
Animals Adopted b) 2
Animals DOA 1 0
Euthanized 0 0
Total Processed 8 taf
Money Taken In $160 $100
‘Donations $15 $35

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
Community Engagement Report
November 2023 |
Internship: Intern Mackenzie Andrews shadowed Evidence/Court Officer Maffeo, School
Resource Officer Lane, Dispatch, School Resource Officer Malbaurn and all three patrol
shifts. She assisted at Oswegatchie School’s Laps with Lancers Event. She was given tours
of the East Lyme Police Department and the Town of Groton Police Department.
K-9 Officer Hodges: Visited Palmer Academy and WTFD Public Works. Performed a K-9
Demo at Ledyard High School. Visited Groton Middle School after a lockdown incident.
WFSB CT aired an Amazing K-9 Duos Segment featuring Hodges. Held Read to Hodges
Events at the Waterford Library and Great Neck School. Attended the SOCT Super Plunge.
Interaction with Senior Services: Attended five Waterford Senior Services Events. Visited
the New London Rehab Center and Bayview Health Care.
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Assistance to Youth Officers: Spoke at all three Waterford Elementary Schools for Youth
Promise. Attended Veterans Day Ceremonies at Great Neck School and Quaker Hill School.
Hodges visited Waterford High School after a reported threatening incident. Attended
Oswegatchie School's Laps with Lancers and the School Safety Forum at Waterford High
School. Visited the Clark Lane Middle School Explorers’ Cafe and the Waterford High
School's spirit week events. Spoke about traffic stop safety at Rae’s Driving School.
Interaction with Youth Services: Participated in Stuff the Bus and food donation pickups.
Officer Wellness: Hodges visited the nephews of the fallen Hartford Police Officer with
other comfort dogs. Hodges visited the Mohegan Tribal Police Department. Taught Gracie
Survival Tactics at LEC Recertification Class.
Crime Prevention: Provided educational pamphlets and counterfeit money sleeve
detractors to Walmart employees after recent incidents at their store. Held a crime
prevention class at the AHEPA Apartments.
Rotary Rose Sale: Participated in the Waterford Rotary Club Fundraiser. During the
deliveries, Hodges interacted with Waterford High School students, Mitchel College
students, and York Correctional Institution Staff.
Tip-A-Cop: Organized event where officers volunteered as wait staff at Crown Pizza to
raise $1,005 for the Connecticut Special Olympics.
Domestic Violence Follow-ups: Conducted 3 follow-ups with DV victims.