Recently, walking patrols in the Highland Park area became an opportunity for Officers Ryan Ostler and Joe Stutto to demonstrate what community engagement truly means. Police Chief Brian Kyes viewed their efforts as an exemplary model for how officers can build casual rapport with residents of all ages throughout their assigned neighborhoods. “fblikebutton_button”
According to the chief, this type of interaction represents Community Engagement 101 and reflects precisely the kind of work he expects from officers conducting impact patrols in various sections of Chelsea. The department’s philosophy prioritizes meaningful exchanges with community members who share a commitment to the city’s wellbeing. As Kyes noted, “fblikebutton_button” officers dedicate their efforts to connecting with those invested in Chelsea’s future rather than focusing solely on the small number of individuals working against the progress that residents and other partners have collectively achieved.