Volunteers in Police Service

VIPS Services Provided

Traffic Survey
Radar Traffic monitoring - Volunteers will document speeds of vehicles in an assigned area, research the owner information, then send a letter to the owner about the operation.
Seasonal and Vacation property checks - Volunteers will be assigned to monitor areas of Standish that have vacant properties due to vacations or seasonal occupancy.
Direct traffic at fire, accidents & Crime scenes as needed
Neighborhood Patrols - Volunteers will patrol the community watching for and reporting suspicious activity.

Searching for lost or missing children or elderly as needed.
Child Safety Programs - these include Child Safety Seat Checks and Child Identification Programs
Fundraising - to provide funds for training, uniforms and other expenses.
Participate in Community Events to promote VIPS and help to improve the quality of life in Standish.

Historian & Photography
Web Page Maintenance
Newsletter editor
Assist in other department divisions, such as records, evidence, and detectives as needed