Fresno Police Department Central District

On Saturday July 27th, Central District was invited by Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church to attend their annual back to school block party and backpack giveaway. We are extremely grateful for the invitation and opportunity to interact with the community. Thank you to the Rico Family who set up a Support Blue booth on behalf of the Central District and passed out free snow cones to the attendees.

On Thursday July 11th, July 18th, and July 25th Central District Police Officers attended Beat the Heat at Romain Park for a fun time with games, prizes, food, and movies. Thank you Fresno City council member Nelson Esparza and the entire District 7 team for inviting us.

On Saturday July 13th, Central District’s very own Sergeant Khela, Officer Alcorn, Officer Pantages, Officer Polach, and Officer Hammond participated in a community art initiative for Fresno’s Tower District by painting the crosswalks at the intersections of Olive Avenue and Wishon Avenue.

We are now registering for Bitty Outdoor Soccer for Ages 3 to 6, which begins the Week of September 9, 2019! Spaces are limited, register now! 6 week league - H...our long games - No practice days Registration Fee: $70 includes team jersey and trophy pictures at an additional cost with photographer. Request to play on same team as your friends and family! AGES 3 TO 4: Three (3) Locations to choose from: Todd Beamer Park - 1890 E. Plymouth (Maple/Plymouth) - Tuesday - Time Range: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Inspiration Park 5770 W. Gettysburg (Polk/Gettysburg) Wednesday - Time Range: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. -- *Please note no cleats allowed at Inspiration due to artificial turf Orchid Park - 3420 W. Fir (Herndon/Valentine) Saturday - Time Range: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. AGES 5 TO 6: Two (2) Locations to choose from: Todd Beamer Park 1890 E. Plymouth (Maple/Plymouth) - Thursday - Time Range: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Orchid Park - 3420 W. Fir (Herndon/Valentine) Saturday - Time Range: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please note an email will be sent to you a week prior to the start of the season to give you a full 6 week schedule. 3 Registration Deadlines: 1. Online registration 24/7 at www.parcsonline.fresno.gov by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, August 11th 2. Over the phone at (559)621-PLAY (7529) by 3:00 p.m. on Friday, August 9th 3. Walk in at Ted C. Wills Community Center (770 N. San Pablo Ave, 93728) by 3:00 p.m. on Friday, August 9th Questions? Call 621-PLAY (7529 )- Office Hours: Monday thru Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Photo of Bitty Outdoor Soccer Flyer) #fresno #FresnoPARCS #soccer #kick #park #california #outdoor #fun #bitty #sports #youthsports #youth #kids *Services of an interpreter and additional accommodations such as assistive listening devices can be made available. Requests for accommodations should be made more than five working days but no longer than 48 hours prior to the schedule program/event.*

On July 4th, Central District swing shift officers responded to a call for service regarding a disturbance in the area of E White Ave and N Clark Ave. Prior to clearing the call, officers contacted several kids playing in the area. They told officers that they loved fireworks, but couldn't afford them this year. Officer Jonathan Denton and Officer Christopher Tarpley purchased several packs of fireworks and returned to the neighborhood and passed them out amongst the children. They were very excited about getting their own fireworks and their parents were appreciative of the officers' gesture.

On Saturday June 29th, Fresno Police Department Central District was invited by Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church to attend a local neighborhood outreach event. Detective Torres spent time addressing concerns with nearby residents and passed out stickers to children while showcasing a patrol vehicle. We want to give a special thank you to the Rico family who volunteered to set up a Support Blue booth on behalf of the Central District. From start to finish, the Rico family passed out free snow cones and popcorn to all attendees.

On Tuesday June 4th, Fresno Police Department Central District School Neighborhood Resource Officers (SNRO's) White (Cooper Academy), Brandt (Tehipite Middle School), K9 Officer Young with his four legged partner Gunner, and Northwest District SNRO Dozier (Baird Middle School) attended Susan B. Anthony Elementary School. They were invited by FPD Chaplain Virginia Castro to spend time with 3 first grade classes. The kids met Gunner and spoke with K9 Officer Young about having a police dog. The kids spent time talking with the officers and checked out the police patrol vehicles.

On Friday May 31st, Fresno Police Department Central District School Neighborhood Resource Officers (SNRO's) White (Cooper Academy), Brandt (Tehipite Middle School), and Northwest District SNRO Dozier (Baird Middle School) attended Roeding Elementary School’s carnival. The officers handed out Junior Officer sticky badges and let the students check out their patrol vehicles. The officers also participated in the photo booth and carnival games.

On Thursday May 23rd, Fresno Police Department Central District School Neighborhood Resource Officers (SNRO's) White (Cooper Academy) and Brandt (Tehipite Middle School) attended Phoenix Elementary Academy Community Day School for a bicycle safety presentation. The SNRO's gave all the students Junior Officer sticky badges and two special students were chosen to be given a free bicycle. We want to give a special thanks to Karen Kroske and Principal Jack Kelly who organized the event.

On Friday, May 17, 2019, Fresno Police Department Central District Corporal Scott Reese, Police Officer Recruit Shelby Rose and Community Service Officer Renee Long attended the Lei’d Back Luau held at Quigley Park. The event was well attended and had several game booths. There was laser tag, carnival games, science mobile, arts and crafts and a luau dance performance. The kids also had fun meeting McGruff the crime dog, checking out the patrol car and receiving junior police stickers.

On Friday, May 17, 2019, Fresno Police Department School Neighborhood Resource Officer’s Lindsay Dozier, Ky White and Matt Brandt attended Williams Elementary School Career Day. The officers spoke with several groups of kids about a career in law enforcement. They discussed the pros and cons of the career and what it takes to become a police officer. The kids all received junior officer sticky badges.

On Saturday, May 11th, 2019, Central District Bike Officers Frank Uribe and Anthony Tafoya participated in the annual Tower Bike Rodeo. The rodeo was a bicycle safety clinic for children of all ages. The clinic was put together by Fresno PARCS and the Fresno County Bicycle Coalition. There was a good turnout and fortunately only a few bandages were handed out.

On Sunday, May 5, 2019, Our Lady of Victory Catholic School had their annual carnival. Officers Nick Quisenberry and Alden Moses attended the carnival and handed out stickers and let the kids check out the patrol cars. The parents also had a good time taking pictures of the kids and talking to the officers.