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The Administrative Division is made up of a lieutenant and seven civilians. The Detective Division consisting
of a Detective Sergeant and three detectives is directly under the command of the administrative lieutenant. The present division commander is Lt. Brian Karst who has twenty-two years of law
enforcement experience. The lieutenant also directs members of the patrol division that belong to seasonal units such as the bicycle and marine unit. The responsibilities of this division
include:
Communications The seven civilians assigned to this division provide 24 hour service and are responsible to field all telephone, radio, teletype,
and walk in inquiries from the public. They initially record all requests for service and dispatch the appropriate resources to handle the problem at hand. Without such qualified
individuals the police department would not be able to function.
Records The two civilians assigned to this task insure that the records are accurate and secured in order
that this confidential information is given out only to those individuals that have authority to possess same as per New York State Law and the Freedom of Information Act legislated by the federal
government.
Bicycle Patrol The State is in the process of completing a bike trail through the Town. During the spring to fall months the department assigns officers to
patrol the bike trail and surrounding commercial hamlets to insure that residents are safe and inhibit quality of life crimes from occurring. These patrols are also useful at parades and
various community events in which this type of mode of transportation is conducive to a quick response. This type of patrol offers more interactions with the public and has resulted in the
public feeling more at ease in approaching a police officer.
Marine Patrol The Town is graced with a 600-acre recreational lake, Lake Mahopac, which permits motor
boats and jet skis boats to be driven on it. The lake is heavily used throughout the summer, and officers assigned to this duty insure that the N.Y.S. Navigation Laws are adhered to so that
everyone who utilizes the lake can have a safe and happy experience. Members of the Marine Patrol instruct and offer two free Boating Safety Classes during the year.
Equipment and Supplies Procurement The administrative lieutenant is assigned the task of procuring supplies and various equipment in order that police department personnel can
accomplish their tasks efficiently and expeditiously.
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