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The Field Operations Division is responsible for the initial delivery of police services. The Division is charged with responsibilities for, but not limited to: 

 Preventive patrol 

 Rapid response to emergencies and unusual events 

 Maintenance of public order and safety 

 Preliminary investigations 

 Enforcing criminal laws, traffic laws and ordinances 

Assisting citizens with crisis intervention  Improving community relations by the quality and quantity of contacts with citizens All sworn Departmental personnel share in this responsibility regardless of their assignment. Service delivery is distributed across six Districts and each is under the separate command of a District Commander. The allocation of officers to each District is based on calls for service, additional time for proactive and preventive patrol, and Departmental needs. Patrol officers are the most visible component of the Department and an integral part of police operations. The manner in which patrol officers carry out their duties affects not only the quality of justice but also citizens’ perceptions of law enforcement. In order to provide continuous high quality service, the patrol component will operate in accordance with the guidelines contained in this directive.