NATIONAL NIGHT OUT DEER PARK OCTOBER 10TH
It’s time to start planning your National Night Out party!
Contact Sheila Plovanich at 281-930-2118 or [email protected] to get your party on the list for a possible visit by Police, Fire, EMS, and City Administrators.
We are looking for a business that will host the next Coffee with a Cop. If you are interested in hosting or would like more information, please email Crime Prevention Officer K. Zheng at [email protected].
National Child Passenger Safety Week/Month highlights the importance of ensuring that all children are properly secured in an appropriate car seat or seatbelt. A child’s age, weight, and height can all play a factor when determining proper safety harnesses, so it’s important to keep up-to-date with all current regulations and suggestions.
To schedule a car seat check at the listed events, scan the QR code or visit https://freeseatcheck.as.me/schedule.php to make an appointment.
For more information visit: https://www.safekidsgreaterhouston.org/
If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of individuals featured on our Most Wanted list, please contact Warrant Officer S. Jackson at 281.478.2088
Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 16th, when the Deer Park Animal Shelter and Adoption Center hosts their annual Woofstock event! With limited parking in specific areas, please refer to the provided maps below to plan accordingly. For your convenience, parking will be accessible at the City Hall parking lot, soccer field parking lot, and baseball field parking lot. You can also take advantage of the scheduled golf cart shuttles to transport you between each of the parking lots. As well, handicap parking spots will be available in each of the lots.
Did you know that under federal law (Title 18 U.S. Code 501), it is unlawful for a person to use, sell or deposit packages/mail affixed with counterfeit postage/stamps in the U.S. Mail?
The Postal Inspection Service recommends purchasing stamps from Approved Postal Providers and authorized sellers. Avoid buying counterfeit stamps on social media marketplaces and third-party vendors, especially if they are sold in bulk quantities at a significant discount.
If you suspect a person selling counterfeit stamps, report it to the United States Postal Inspection Service at: https://www.uspis.gov/report
For more information watch this short video from US Postal Inspection Service:
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT DEER PARK OCTOBER 10TH
It’s time to start planning your National Night Out party!
Contact Sheila Plovanich at 281-930-2118 or [email protected] to get your party on the list for a possible visit by Police, Fire, EMS, and City Administrators.
Save the Date! Mark your calendars! Guess what’s right around the corner……
If you would like to be a sponsor for this event, or donate an item for the silent auction contact event coordinator Brian Orner at 713-298-9558.
If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of individuals featured on our Most Wanted list, please contact Warrant Officer S. Jackson at 281.478.2088
The National Night Out event in Deer Park will take place on October 10th. Residents are encouraged to plan their parties and get in touch with Sheila Plovanich to register their event. The party may receive a visit from Police, Fire, EMS, and City Administrators. To register, contact Sheila Plovanich at 281-930-2118 or [email protected]. Use the hashtags #deerparkpolice and #nno2023 to stay updated on the event.
CHANGE TO OUTDOOR EMERGENCY SIREN TEST DURATION.
NEXT SCHEDULED TEST SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2ND AT NOON.
The City of Deer Park’s weekly test of the new outdoor emergency sirens has been extended to one minute in length from 30 seconds. The change in duration is expected to assist the community with hearing complete cycles of the alarm wail to build awareness for future emergencies.
The sirens are topped with red lights that will strobe during activation for the Deaf and hard of hearing communities’ awareness.
The cities of Deer Park, La Porte and Pasadena test the outdoor emergency sirens each Saturday at noon.
A friendly reminder to always lock your doors, hide your valuables, and take the keys with you.
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT DEER PARK OCTOBER 10TH
It’s time to start planning your National Night Out party!
Contact Sheila Plovanich at 281-930-2118 or [email protected] to get your party on the list for a possible visit by Police, Fire, EMS, and City Administrators.
NEW SIREN SYSTEM – LIVE TEST SATURDAY, AUGUST 26TH AT NOON.
The first live test of the new outdoor emergency siren system is scheduled to take place this Saturday, August 26th at noon. The sirens have a different alert tone than previous systems and may sound significantly louder to some citizens.
The new siren system includes red lights on top of the pole that strobe during an emergency to alert the Deaf community and citizens who are hard of hearing about an emergency activation.
Siren tests are conducted each Saturday at noon by Deer Park, La Porte and Pasadena.
Deer Park siren tests last for 30 seconds. The sirens will sound for 3 minutes during an actual emergency that requires a shelter in place.
Please click on the following link to hear the new siren wail: https://youtu.be/6CpX-vE5NYo
If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of individuals featured on our Most Wanted list, please contact Warrant Officer S. Jackson at 281.478.2088
Save the Date! Mark your calendars! Guess what’s right around the corner……
If you would like to be a sponsor for this event, or donate an item for the silent auction contact event coordinator Brian Orner at 713-298-9558.
The Deer Park Police Department recognized our newest Assistant Police Chiefs, Wade A. Conner and W. Franklin Hart II, in a ceremony at City Hall. Assistant Chief Conner was assigned to the Neighborhood Services Bureau and Assistant Chief Hart assumed responsibility for the Administrative Services Bureau.
City personnel, elected officials, peers, family and friends gathered to congratulate both candidates on promoting to the second highest rank in the department after decades of loyalty to the City and Citizens of Deer Park.
If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of individuals featured on our Most Wanted list, please contact Warrant Officer S. Jackson at 281.478.2088
CITIZEN ADVISORY:
On Thursday, August 17, PEMEX Deer Park will be conducting landing zone training with Memorial Hermann Life Flight from approximately 9:15 AM – 11:30 AM each day. During this training, Memorial Hermann will land a Life Flight helicopter on the PEMEX facility just north of the Center Street / 225 intersection.
The State of Texas offers a free registration program for residents with disabilities, communications barriers or certain medical assistance or transportation needs. Registry information may be provided to local emergency planners and responders in the event of a critical incident.
For more information, visit https://www.tdem.texas.gov/response/state-of-texas-emergency-assistance-registry
Register by calling 2-1-1 or online at https://stear.tdem.texas.gov/Login.aspx.
There is still time to submit your application. If you would like to learn more about the inner workings of Deer Park Police Department, here is your chance. Citizen’s Police Academy Class 48 starts August 17th so don’t delay turning in your application. Contact Sheila Plovanich at 281-930-2118 or [email protected] for more information.
DEER PARK PD PROMOTES THREE TO SERGEANT AND ONE TO LIEUTENANT
Retirements are bittersweet as it is difficult to say goodbye to those we love and respect, but they do pave the way for promotions. As we bid farewell to three tenured officers, we celebrate the advancement of four more.
We cannot be more excited to welcome Jonathan White, Aaron Gonzales and Travis Trotti to the rank of Sergeant, and Jarrett Hill to the rank of Lieutenant. Please join us in congratulating these candidates on their history of excellent work for the Deer Park Police Department.
They take on a more complex leadership role, but are entrusted with our confidence to continually improve the community they serve and the industry they are a part of, to build strong teams within our walls, and to build upon the legacies set before them.
Lieutenant Jarrett Hill has served with the department for 28 years in several capacities earning numerous honors: Detective, Patrol Officer, Crime Scene Officer, Master Peace Officer, TCOLE Instructor, Standard Field Sobriety Instructor, Firearms Instructor, Drug Recognition Expert Instructor, SWAT, numerous commendations and compliment letters, Officer of the Month (13x), Rotary Officer of the Month (3x), Officer of the Year (2x), American Legion officer of the Year (2x), Medal of Valor, Mothers Against Drunk Driving Recognition Award, Life Saving Award.
Sergeant Aaron Gonzales has served with the department for 12 years in the capacity of Patrol Officer and Detective. His awards and accomplishments include: Officer of the month (3x), Rotary Officer of the Month (2), Deer Park Fire Department Badge of Courage, Hostage Negotiator, Breath Test Operator, Field Training Officer, Master Peace Officer, Backup Crime Scene Officer, Accident Reconstructionist, TCOLE Instructor, Emergency Medical Technician, Honor Guard Member, Acting Supervisor, numerous complimentary letters and emails.
Sergeant Jonathan White has served with the department for 12 years in the capacity of Patrol Officer and Detective. His awards and accomplishments include: Narcotics / Pro Act Investigator, Officer of the Month (9x), Rotary Officer of the Month, American Legion Officer of the Year, Team of the Quarter, Master Peace Officer, Breath Test Operator, Field Training Officer, Bicycle Patrol Officer, Special Response Group, Emergency Driving Instructor, Acting Supervisor, numerous letters of appreciation.
Sergeant Travis Trotti has served with the department for almost 7 years as a Patrol Officer. His awards and accomplishments include: Police Academy Top Gun and Top Academic Awards, Officer of the Month (2x), American Legion Officer of the Year, Mothers Against Drunk Driving Recognition Award (4x), Advanced Peace Officer, Breath Test Operator, Drug Recognition Expert, Field Training Officer, TCOLE Instructor.
The Deer Park LEPC, in partnership with the City of Deer Park, has begun replacing the emergency sirens around the city. Beginning Saturday, August 26, weekly siren testing will resume. The map below reflects the locations in which the sirens will be located.
This is a friendly reminder to lock your vehicles. We’ve received several reports of burglaries in the past few weeks. The best deterrent for vehicle burglary is to lock the doors, hide your valuables, and take your keys.
To report suspicious circumstance, call dispatch at 281-479-1511.
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The City of Deer Park advises the community about emergency incidents through notification system CODERED.
Please register for CODERED to stay up to date on emergency incidents, in addition to monitoring the news and social media.
The peak of hurricane season is almost here. Is your emergency kit ready?
Residents are strongly encouraged to maintain a 72 hour emergency supply of water, non-perishable food, and medicine for each member of their household, including pets. Reserves should be built in advance of an emergency to ensure supplies are available – stores may run out of resources in the days leading up to a major weather event or other emergency.
Sufficient resources may not be immediately available to assist everyone negatively impacted by a disaster. Self-sufficiency for a minimum of 3 days is a consistent recommendation from all levels of government, with encouragement to store resources for longer periods. A 72 hour supply will assist your household with bridging the supply gap between the time a disaster occurs and the time additional resources arrive.
Visit www.ready.gov/kit for more information about emergency supplies that should be kept on hand.
Sunday, 8/6/2023, between 4:00-7:00 AM, SH-225 eastbound mainlanes will be partially closed, with heavy police presence in the area between East Blvd and Independence Pkwy. Please proceed with caution.
We are only two weeks away from the start of Citizen’s Police Academy Class 48. Have you submitted your application yet?
This class is free to anyone who lives, works, attends school or church in the City of Deer Park.
For more information contact Sheila Plovanich at 281-930-2118 or [email protected].
If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of individuals featured on our Most Wanted list, please contact Warrant Officer S. Jackson at 281.478.2088
CITIZEN ADVISORY:
On Thursday, August 3 and on Thursday, August 17, PEMEX Deer Park will be conducting landing zone training with Memorial Hermann Life Flight from approximately 9:15 AM – 11:30 AM each day. During this training, Memorial Hermann will land a Life Flight helicopter on the PEMEX facility just north of the Center Street / 225 intersection.
Class is filling up fast. Have you submitted your application for Class 48 of the Deer Park Citizen’s Police Academy? There’s still time. Contact Community Liaison Sheila Plovanich at 281-930-2118 or [email protected] for more information.
With vehicle theft at its highest during the summer months, remember these 4 easy ways to reduce the possibility of your car being stolen.
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of individuals featured on our Most Wanted list, please contact Warrant Officer S. Jackson at 281.478.2088
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a free and confidential mental health support, accessible 24/7 across the United States. If you or a loved one is at risk for suicide, seek help by calling or texting 988 to speak to a crisis specialist.
For emergency, call 911.
Only one main lane of State Highway 225 is currently open eastbound before East Boulevard due to a major accident. Traffic is backing up in the area. Please seek alternate routes and exercise caution driving near emergency vehicles working to resolve the incident.
If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of individuals featured on our Most Wanted list, please contact Warrant Officer S. Jackson at 281.478.2088
The 800 block of West Pasadena Blvd will be reduced to one lane in each direction while construction crews complete roadwork in front of the Dakota Deer Park Apartments.
Work begins on July 19, 2023. Work will be completed in approximately two weeks.
One eastbound lane is being moved over to accommodate traffic and the westbound lanes are being reduced to one lane.
Please exercise caution while traveling through this area and expect construction equipment, traffic control devices and traffic delays while the work is completed.
Certified child passenger safety technicians will be at San Jacinto College on Friday, July 21st 8:00-11:30 AM, to assist caregivers on proper installation of child safety seats. Scan the QR code or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSco-BQUZV72P4sTbZR143MX8Iv10KiY2XOSpE1DYDGfuR-8qA/viewform?pli=1
to make an appointment. This event is BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.
For more information, visit: https://www.dshs.texas.gov/injury-prevention/safe-riders
It’s HOT outside. Imagine how miserable it is if it’s hot inside too. Please help the Deer Park Police Association donate several window unit air conditioners to citizens in need. If you or someone you know could use an A/C unit, please contact the Deer Park Police Association at [email protected].
If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of individuals featured on our Most Wanted list, please contact Warrant Officer S. Jackson at 281.478.2088
Ready for the beach? If you plan on being out of town for at least three days, you can fill out a House Check Form and we will check your house while you’re away.
For more details, please call Records: 281-478-2000
Click on the link for the Vacation House Check form: http://www.deerparktx.gov/DocumentCenter/View/164/Vacation-House-Check-Form?bidId=
Law enforcement personnel throughout Canada, Mexico and the U.S. will be on the lookout for commercial motor vehicle drivers and passenger vehicle drivers engaging in dangerous driving behaviors, such as speeding, distracted driving, failure to wear a seatbelt, following too closely, aggressive driving, failure to obey traffic control devices, drunk or drugged driving, etc. Drivers engaging in such behaviors will be pulled over by law enforcement and may be issued a warning or citation.
If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of individuals featured on our Most Wanted list, please contact Warrant Officer S. Jackson at 281.478.2088
We are currently accepting applications for our Citizen’s Police Academy Class 48. If you would like to know more about the inner workings of the Police Department we encourage you to sign up. Class starts August 17th so submit your application before we are full.
Here are a few bicycle safety tips from Officer White.
Ride safely, have fun, and stay hydrated.
Thank you to Coach Marshall Cevallos and all the coaches at CEV Jiu-Jitsu for inviting Officer White out to talk to the students today. Topics covered were the roll of a police officer, bicycle safety, and bullying. The students also got to explore our patrol Tahoe and a high water vehicle.
Thank you Deer Park Rotary 5890 for supporting the Deer Park Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association (DPCPAAA) and the Deer Park Police Association. We would also like to say thank you for supporting so many wonderful organizations in the City of Deer Park.
As the temperature rise, we want to remind you to “Look Before You Lock.” A vehicle can reach a dangerous temperature in as little as 10 minutes. One of the biggest risk factors for heatstroke deaths is a change in routine. When you’re driving with a child, remember to always Look Before You Lock.
If you see a child in distress in a vehicle, call 9-1-1.
If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of individuals featured on our Most Wanted list, please contact Warrant Officer S. Jackson at 281.478.2088
We are currently accepting applications for our Citizen’s Police Academy Class 48. If you would like to know more about the inner workings of the Police Department we encourage you to sign up. Class starts August 17th so submit your application before we are full.
Here is some good information from Officer White regarding bike paths in Deer Park.
Ride safely, have fun, and stay hydrated.
