The Watervliet Police Department (WPD) is a full-service law enforcement agency committed to providing professional and transparent services to the community. With a team of 25 members, the department includes divisions such as Operations, Investigations & Support, and Community Outreach. WPD offers various programs and resources, including:
Operation Safe Child: A free program utilizing digital fingerprinting and photography to create child identification cards.
Project Lifesaver: Assists in locating individuals with cognitive disorders who are prone to wandering.
Cadet Post #109: Provides youth with insight into law enforcement careers.
Community Support Unit: Engages with residents to address quality-of-life issues.
The department emphasizes community partnerships and ethical practices to build public trust.
