PATROL DIVISION

Neighborhood Blockwatch

The first neighborhood blockwatch for the City of Hackensack was established in August of 1995. It began with a small group of neighbors, concerned about keeping their neighborhood safe. This group of citizens, and additional thousands are still meeting to date, continuing to make the neighborhood a safe place to live.

National Night Out

The first National Night Out for the City of Hackensack was established in August of 1996. Neighborhoods throughout Hackensack were invited to join forces with thousands of communities, nationwide, for “America’s Night Out against Crime.” National Night Out is held the First Tuesday in August, from 7PM to 10 PM.

Citizens Police Academy

Capt. Danilo Garcia Commander Tel: 201 646-7722 patrol@hackensackpd.org For Citizens' Police Academy: Lt. Patrick Fay Tel: 201 646-7592 Crime Stopper Hot Line Tel: 201 488-4222 C.A.T. Eyes Program Lt. Patrick Fay Tel: 201 646-7592

The first Hackensack Citizens’ Police Academy was established on April 21, 1999. This program is designed to bring officers and citizens together, in an informal setting, to educate them. This is not a Police Officers Candidate School, but rather, the classes are designed to allow citizens, from Hackensack, to experience first-hand police methodology and techniques. This is a 10-week program. The next class is set for April 2004. More information contact Lt. Patrick Fay at (201) 646-7592

Senior Citizen Community Policing Programs

On January of 1998 the Hackensack Police Department formed a partnership with AARP of Bergen County comprised of members from the Bergen County Sheriff’s Department, Bergen County Police Chief’s Association, and the Bergen County Department of Human Services. The program we have established for our Senior Citizens is the Senior Citizens Police Academy, a six-week program. The topic’s covered are Personal Safety Awareness, Scams & Con Artists presentations on what to do if confronted by Con Artists, First Aid Program, and Community Anti-Terrorism Training CAT Eyes are just some of the topics covered during the six weeks.

Tri-Community Crime Stoppers

Crime Stoppers is a community program geared toward public involvement in the fight against crime. It offers rewards of up to $1,000 and anonymity to citizens, who furnish information, leading to the arrest of crime offenders and to the capture of felony fugitives. The Crime Stopper Hot Line Number is 201-488-4222.

Community Policing Awards Program

The Hackensack Police Department, on May of 1998 sponsored an awards program, which enabled members of the department to officially recognize citizens who demonstrated a commitment of community policing. That night over 200 awards were given out to these members.

Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association

On November 10, 1999 the graduates from the Hackensack Citizen’s Police Academy formed an Alumni Association in partnership with the Hackensack Police Department. His alumnus was formed to help with future Citizens Police Academy and other community events.

Domestic Violence Forums

Domestic Violence Forums educate the community in the Domestic Violence laws and other agencies, that can assist you; Shelter Our Sisters, Alternatives to Domestic Violence, Rape Crisis and other relevant agencies.

Community Anti-Terrorism Training (C.A.T. Eyes)

The Community Anti-Terrorism Training is a program developed by US Military officer and a former Israeli Special Anti-Terrorism Unit Officer to assist local communities in the fight against domestic terrors. It involves the joint efforts of law enforcement and the community. The program enhances neighborhood security, heightens the community power of observation, and encourages mutual assistance and concern among neighbors. The program has been seen on ABC Nationally Syndicated “Inside Edition” CNN, Fox News, Local TV and numerous radio shows. “Imus in the Morning” for more information on the program call Lt. Patrick Fay lead instructor for the C.A.T. Eyes Program. 201-646-7592

Free Home Security Survey or Business Survey

A certified Crime Prevention Officer provides the service.

Other Programs

Personal Safety Presentations
Protecting Yourself Against Scams & Con Artists
How to Raisse a Street Smart Kid
Vacation Tips
Personal Safety for Men Who Travel Alone
Holiday Safety Tips

COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER

The Community Resource Center, which is located on the first floor at 230 Central Ave., was officially opened last August. This facility, which was developed through a cooperative effort between the City of Hackensack, the Hackensack Housing Authority and the Hackensack Police Department, will be staffed by a police officer every day of the week, from 2:00 PM until 2:00 AM. The purpose of this officer, as well as the program as a whole, is to assist the community. The officer assigned here is a member of the Community Policing Unit, which works closely with our residents on a regular basis. Members of this unit also patrol this area on foot, maximizing contact with residents, resulting in a cooperative police/citizen partnership.