Community Programs

Representatives from the public engage with the Chief on important topics effecting the community.

Citizen's Police Academy is a program designed to acquaint community residents who are not sworn police officers with the activities of the Farmington Hills Police Department.

The Night Watch program targets the business community and provides opportunities to advise business owners of any security deficiencies that leave them open to victimization.
 
Officers who work the evening and early morning hours (non-business hours) are encouraged to complete building checks during their shift. Officers will take immediate action if an emergency is found or will report non-emergency security issues to the Department’s Crime Prevention Section who will contact the business owner with the concern.

This group includes representatives from the Farmington Hills Police Department, City of Farmington Department of Public Safety, HAVEN, Call to Action Coalition, Mai Family Services, Oakland University, Jewish Family Services, Farmington Public Schools, Beaumont Hospital, State and City prosecutors, and the 47th District Court. Team members meet regularly to pursue their goal of preventing the tragedy of domestic violence by reaching out to people in crisis and making them aware of vital services that are available.

The Farmington Hills Police Benevolent Association (FHPBA) was formed after the tragic off-duty deaths of two Farmington Hills officers. The FHPBA is a 501©3 charity dedicated to the unmet financial needs of police and fire personnel and their family members. Members also include the Farmington Hills Fire Department, Farmington Public Safety and the Franklin / Bingham Farms Police Department. Tax deductible donations may be sent to the FHPBA at P.O. Box 255, Farmington Hills, MI 48332.

Faith & Blue is based on the premise that strong communities are built through mutual respect and understanding. Law enforcement and faith institutions are key pillars of each community, and when they work together, neighborhoods thrive.

Firearm safety and security is an issue of great concern to everyone, and unsecured firearms in the home present the potential for tragedy. In keeping with the City’s community policing philosophy, the Police Department will give a free gun lock to any adult Farmington Hills resident. Residents may obtain a lock at the Police Department’s Command Desk or at the Records Section between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. The Department encourages all gun owners to properly secure their firearms and store them in areas which are not accessible to children.