On March 14, officers from the Medford Township Police Department and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships, and enjoy a cup of coffee. This is a unique opportunity for residents to talk and interact with Medford Police Officers on a personal level.
Coffee with a Cop provides a unique opportunity for community members to ask questions and learn more about the department’s work in Medford’s neighborhoods. All community members are invited to attend. The event begins at 9 a.m. on March 14 at Dunkin Donuts on Stokes Road in Medford and runs until 11 a.m. Residents are free to stop in anytime.
The majority of contact law enforcement has with the public happens during emergencies, or emotional situations. Those situations are not always the most effective times for relationship building with the community, and some community members may feel that officers are unapproachable on the street. Coffee with a Cop breaks down barriers and allows for a relaxed, one-on-one interaction.
Coffee with a Cop is a national initiative supported by The United States Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services.
The program aims to advance the practice of community policing through improving relationships between police officers and community members one cup of coffee at a time.
For more information, contact Arthur Waterman at (609) 654–7511 ext. 108 or email [email protected].
