The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office is stepping up its community engagement game in Fountain Hills, with a focus on public safety and stronger community relations. Starting in June, the MCSO Fountain Hills District, in partnership with the Town, seeks to improve interactions between law enforcement and residents; deputies are set to increase their presence, making the rounds on bicycles, ready to chat with locals, hear out their issues, and provide updates on neighborhood happenings.
In action, you’re likely to see deputies rolling through the streets more, not just in cars but on two wheels, according to an announcement from the Town of Fountain Hills, they’ll be answering questions, addressing concerns and generally making themselves more available to the people they’re sworn to protect, this move is a part of a bigger plan to nurture trust and work closely with those they’re sworn to serve. These officers will not only work to prevent crime through their increased visibility but also focus on specific enforcement initiatives, especially in response to traffic safety concerns in known problem areas…