Volunteers for the Grapevine Police Department received a tip of the cap for their dedication and service last month when they were awarded the Bronze Presidential award. According to the Grapevine Police Department, 22 dedicated citizens were honored at the annual Volunteers In Police Service (VIPS) banquet for contributing between 100 and 249 hours of their time in 2023 to support law enforcement efforts.
These Grapevine Police volunteers earned the Bronze presidential award at their annual Volunteers In Police Service banquet last month. 22 of our VIPS were honored for volunteering between 100 and 249 hours in 2023. Each of their contributions is greatly appreciated. pic.twitter.com/XMAW4Grfel
— Grapevine Police (@GrapevinePolice) April 26, 2024
These community members, whose efforts span a wide array of tasks from administrative support to public safety initiatives, played a crucial role in assisting the Grapevine Police Department throughout the year each person's commitment to supporting the force has been considered invaluable by the department; they have proven that citizen involvement is paramount to the wellbeing of local policing. While their hours may vary, the collective contribution has strengthened the relationship between officers and the communities they serve.
The recognition bestowed by way of the Bronze presidential award signifies not just the hours these volunteers have given but the immeasurable impact of their dedication to community safety and wellbeing. The VIPS program itself is a national initiative that encourages private citizens to take part in public safety efforts and fosters a symbiotic relationship between the police and the community garnering national attention for its success in various municipalities.
The Grapevine Police Department, alongside the awarded volunteers, is celebrating this accomplishment as a true testament to what can be achieved when community members actively participate in local governance and civil service; the department frequently praises the VIPS for their continuous support, recognizing that volunteers can be just as essential as the officers in uniform. The involvement of Grapevine's citizens in these endeavors has not only bolstered police resources but has also nurtured an atmosphere of mutual respect and cooperation which promises greater community resilience and shared triumphs in the ongoing effort to maintain public safety.
