MISSOURI STATE HIGHWAY PATROL
a division of the
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

Troop I Headquarters, P.O. Box 128, Rolla, Mo. 65402


NEWS RELEASE

For further information please contact: Sergeant Cody H. Fulkerson
(573)368-2345 Ext; 3953
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July 9, 2015

EMPHASIS: Troop I To Conduct Community Alliance Program



Captain James W. Remillard, commanding officer of Troop I, announces that the Patrol will be conducting a Community Alliance Program beginning Tuesday, September 15, 2015, and concluding October 13, 2015. The mission of the Community Alliance Program is to provide personal interaction between community citizens and the Patrol. The program is designed for those possessing a strong interest in learning about the Patrols purpose and role within the law enforcement community. The Highway Patrol is seeking 20 responsible citizens, community leaders, professionals, and business associates who are willing to commit to a program that provides a unique opportunity unlike any other program offered by the Patrol.

Classes will meet from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on each of five consecutive Tuesday evenings at Troop I Headquarters in Rolla. Successful completion of the program will require attendance at each Tuesday evening session. One absence will be allowed with prior approval from the program coordinator. The curriculum will familiarize participants with many Patrol policies and procedures utilizing techniques similar to those experienced by troopers attending the Missouri State Highway Patrol Academy in Jefferson City. Several evenings will include activities and role-playing exercises that provide participants practical experience. At the conclusion of the five-week program each participant will receive a plaque acknowledging their accomplishment.

The Patrol is accepting applications for the Community Alliance Program through August 21, 2015. There is no cost to participate in the program. Selection of the 20 participants will be based upon an evaluation of an application form and a criminal record check. Application forms are available at Troop I Headquarters in Rolla, or by calling Sergeant Cody H. Fulkerson at (573) 368-2345 Ext. 3953.

Approximately 63 percent of Missouri fatal crash victims who are required to be restrained are NOT at the time of the traffic crash. The Patrol encourages motorists to protect themselves and their passengers by making sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint. Watercraft operators should ensure that everyone in the vessel is wearing an approved life jacket. Click It 4 Life And Wear It!!

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