The Rapid City, SD Police Department is on an innovative journey to improve public safety and deepen relationships with their community. By focusing on wellbeing and mental health and addressing the root causes of community violence, the Department has successfully implemented a Quality of Life Unit. The unit works to serve people experiencing interconnected issues such as homelessness and substance use disorder. The department also implemented a Youth Outreach Team that offers afterschool programming, and operates a food bank and other community-based programming. This webinar chronicles their journey, challenges, and how you can find similar success in your community.
Please login to view this content.
NLC is the premier resource and advocate for local government.
As a member of NLC, you and your city, town or village will enjoy:
- Exclusive networking opportunities
- Access to expertise assistance
- Influence on committees and councils with other elected officials
Members of the press along with Members of Congress and congressional staff may be given free access upon request. Please contact us at media@nlc.org for additional support.