It happens almost on a weekly basis that we hear of a crime being prevented in the middle of the night by the dedicated members of the LCSW. Last night a vacant home was broken into, and once again the LCSW was first on the scene to apprehend the criminal. This past year numerous crimes were solved by the LCSW. Crimes that do not seem to be high priority by our police force are often solved after the tireless efforts of our own citizens. I am not saying that our police do not care, but you cannot discount the tireless efforts of a force that is protecting the town they live in.
Once again the time has come to insist that before we hire any more police officers, Lakewood should establish a true auxiliary police force similar to other towns throughout New Jersey and New York City. Towns from Manchester to Edison have capable, dedicated reservists working alongside their police force. But our police chief has said numerous times that he does not want any auxiliary officers.
Once again the time has come to insist that before we hire any more police officers, Lakewood should establish a true auxiliary police force similar to other towns throughout New Jersey and New York City. Towns from Manchester to Edison have capable, dedicated reservists working alongside their police force. But our police chief has said numerous times that he does not want any auxiliary officers.
An auxiliary force would be responsible for traffic and safety concerns, and in many towns they are trained and allowed to conduct arrests. They could be given medical benefits as an incentive with minimal cost, and even be allowed to apply to become paid police officers when needed. This method of hiring officers would weed out rookie officers that simply want a well paying job with no concern towards the community they serve. Why should we hire officers fresh out of high school from other towns, when we can choose from well experienced reserve officers acquainted with Lakewood and all of its sensitive issues.
Why the chief of police does not allow an auxiliary force is beyond reason . Perhaps he is afraid that the auxiliary police will take over his ribbon cutting duties, or his required attendance at dinners, parlor meetings, or matzo bakeries. He may be afraid that we will wake up and realize that an officer that doesn't request $850 thousand dollars in unpaid vacation and sick leave can also get the job done of protecting our town from criminals.
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Why the chief of police does not allow an auxiliary force is beyond reason . Perhaps he is afraid that the auxiliary police will take over his ribbon cutting duties, or his required attendance at dinners, parlor meetings, or matzo bakeries. He may be afraid that we will wake up and realize that an officer that doesn't request $850 thousand dollars in unpaid vacation and sick leave can also get the job done of protecting our town from criminals.
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