OCSD AR 2023-24

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Citizen’s Academy

COLLABORATE

O range County residents can participate in a nine-week informational series designed to provide an in-depth look at the daily operations of the OC Sheriff’s Department. The Citizens’ Academy class meets once a week for three hours.

“I was excited to learn about how different divisions within the OC Sheriff’s Department work together seamlessly to keep residents of OC safe and connected. My favorite sessions included the jail tour, the Coroner office, SWAT and the bomb squad. I learned about cyber security, how dispatch coordinates units, crime scene investigations and the Orange County Intelligence Assessment Center (OCIAC). Watching the Sheriff’s patrol helicopter, Duke, land for our class helped me realize how OC Sheriff’s is equipped to assist from the sky. The Citizens’ Academy is a close-up view of the Sheriff’s Department and those who serve. After graduating, I was inspired to give back to our community by becoming a volunteer Professional Services Responder (PSR). We can all serve Orange County in avenues that benefit our cities and residents, keeping our communities protected and secure.” — Julie Morris Citizens’ Academy 2022 Class 9

“I help the Sheriff’s Department develop positive relationships with the diverse community we serve. On any given day, I may be organizing 50 deputies to deliver care packages to critically ill children, or coordinating the Citizens’ Academy for Orange County residents, or hosting a meeting

Learn more about the Citizens’ Academy by scanning the QR code.

HOW I SERVE

with dozens of faith and community leaders to discuss emerging issues and concerns. I’m always focused on ways to facilitate interaction and open dialogue between Sheriff’s personnel and community members to foster mutual respect and understanding.”

– Gail Krause, Community Relations Manager

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