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Westminster Launches New ADA-accessible Website
The City will launch a new and improved website on March 18, focusing on ADA accessibility and mobile-friendliness, featuring a resident-first design. It includes fewer pages, an integrated news hub, and a service request portal. Continuous improvements will follow based on resident feedback, enhancing community engagement and user experience.
From Sheepdog to Peep’s Dog
Yukon, a four-year-old therapy dog, works with the Westminster Police Department's Victim Advocate Program, providing emotional support and stress relief to crime victims. Alongside his trainer Steve Major, Yukon helps individuals cope with trauma through comfort and companionship, fostering self-regulation during difficult times. Their services promote awareness of available support options.
Westminster Wellness Court: Changing Lives for the Better
According to their mission statement, the Westminster Wellness Court aims “to help high-risk, high-needs individuals who are charged with municipal criminal offenses achieve success through navigator support, peer accountability, regular court participation, and connection to community resources.”
Westminster City Council Passes Four Measures to Address Car Theft and Street Racing
With a rise in motor vehicle theft across the Denver metro area, the City of Westminster is taking action to better protect residents and hold criminals accountable. In June 2023, City Council passed four new ordinances aimed at curbing vehicle and parts theft, street racing, and joyriding.
Westminster PD Honors Fallen Arvada Officer with Memorial Ride
To honor Officer Dillon Vakoff, Westminster Senior Police Officer Adam Lanning participated in the Police Unity Tour, a 250-mile group bike ride from New Jersey to the Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C. Throughout the journey, Officer Lanning carried a bracelet engraved with Officer Vakoff's name and delivered it in person to his family at the memorial.
Norm Haubert Selected as Westminster’s Chief of Police
The City of Westminster has selected Norm Haubert as its chief of police. After an exhaustive vetting process involving over 300 community members including City Council, Fraternal Order of Police representatives, police and fire department personnel, leaders across the Denver Metro Area, and City staff, City Manager Mark Freitag selected Chief Haubert to lead the Westminster Police Department (WPD). Haubert previously served as interim police chief.
Santa Cops program delivers over 1,600 gifts to families in need
In the training room of the Westminster Police Department, a gathering of volunteers, City employees, police officers, and…
Westminster’s Victim Advocates Provide Compassion When Needed Most
Westminster's Victim Services Unit, led by trained advocates, provides essential support to crime victims, aiding in trauma recovery and safety. Their approach fosters immediate assistance at crime scenes, bolstered by federal funding and community volunteers. This unique model enhances victim care, streamlining access to resources and emotional support during critical times.
Cuisine with Cops Creates Opportunity for Community Conversations
Cuisine with Cops is a community engagement initiative by the Westminster Police Department that began in 2021. Officers interact with residents through monthly park events, showcasing police vehicles and offering educational resources. The program aims to build trust and foster relationships between law enforcement and the community, emphasizing a human connection.
Answering the Call: How Westminster Staff Helped Neighboring Communities During the Marshall Fire
On December 30, 2021, rapid grass fires in Boulder County prompted Westminster's emergency responders to lead coordinated rescue efforts, emphasizing community resilience and dedication amidst unprecedented challenges.