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Sonoma—On Thursday, May 11th, deputies from the Sonoma Police Department/Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships, and drink coffee.

All community members are invited to attend. The event begins at 9:00a.m.on Wednesday May 11th at Peets Coffee, 591 Broadway, Sonoma. Please contact Sgt. Jason Craver with questions: (707) 996-3602 or [email protected]

Coffee with a Cop provides a unique opportunity for community members to ask questions and learn more about the department’s work in Sonoma’s neighborhoods. The majority of contacts law enforcement has with the public happen during emergencies, or emotional situations. Those situations are not always the most effective times for relationship building with the community and some community members may feel that officers are unapproachable on the street. Coffee with a Cop breaks down barriers and allows for a relaxed, one-on-one interaction.

Our hope is that when these events take place, community members will feel comfortable to ask questions, bring concerns, or simply get to know our officers and staff members. The Sonoma Police Department believes these types of interactions are the foundation of community partnerships.

Coffee with a Cop is a national initiative supported by The United States Department of Justice and Office of Community Oriented Policing Services. Similar events are being held across the country, as local police departments strive to make lasting connections with the communities they serve. The program aims to advance the practice of community policing through improving relationships between police officers and community members one cup of coffee at a time.

All community members are invited to attend. There will be more Coffee with a Cop events coming to a neighborhood near you! If you are interested in hosting a coffee event, please contact Sgt. J. Craver.