Going on Vacation?
Request an Extra Patrol

An extra patrol notification is simply that; an advisory to your police department that you are going out of town and would like your home or business periodically checked. The City of Boynton Beach nor their employees can guarantee the security of your property during the extra patrol period. For further information, contact a patrol supervisor at 561-742-6100.

Crime Prevention Tips:

  • Have someone pick up your newspapers and mail.
  • Interior and exterior light timers are effective.
  • Have a trusted neighbor park their car in your driveway during random times.
  • Motion sensor lights are an excellent deterrent.
  • Never say “we aren’t home” on your voicemail or on social media.

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

Bicycle / Generator Registration Program

Residents can register bicycles and/or generators with the police department. If your bicycle or generator is stolen, the serial numbers will be easily accessed from our database and entered into a nationwide stolen database to assist in recovery. This will significantly increase the chance of recovering your stolen property.
Register bicycles here. Register generators here.

561-742-6848

schrecengostd@bbfl.us

Citizens Observer Patrol

Volunteers come together as an organized group to patrol their neighborhood in a marked vehicle. They are trained to be the “eyes and ears” of the police department. To become a volunteer or start a patrol in your neighborhood, contact Crime Prevention Officer Denise Schrecengost at:

561-742-6848

schrecengostd@bbfl.us

Community Police Academy

This 9-week program, taught by police officers, aims to educate participants about police practices and the legal system as it pertains to police work. The goal is to foster a deeper understanding of the police department through education and enhance community support of the officers. Topics include: SWAT, K-9, Investigative Services, Crime Scene Unit, Traffic, community policing and the training and recruiting process. Some classes will include demonstrations by specialized units. Participants will also be able to ride-along with officers. To register, contact Crime Prevention Officer Denise Schrecengost at:

561-742-6848

schrecengostd@bbfl.us

Emergency Access Program

Residents’ information is automatically “flagged” in our computer aided dispatch system (CAD), which can assist the police and fire department in case of an emergency.

To register, contact Crime Prevention:
Officer Denise Schrecengost at 561-742-6848, schrecengostd@bbfl.us

Juvenile First Offender (JFO)

This is a voluntary 12-month probation-like program for first time juvenile misdemeanants. The purpose of the program is to divert the first time juvenile offender from the traditional court system into a department-based program. The goal of the program is to hold the juvenile accountable for his or her actions, and to recognize the first time offender is not a habitual criminal. For more information, contact Officer Rachel Baldino.

561-742-6849

baldinor@bbfl.us

Parking Enforcement

A program where volunteers enforce City parking ordinances. Volunteers are issued uniforms and drive a marked city vehicle. To become a volunteer parking enforcement officer, contact Crime Prevention Officer Denise Schrecengost at:

561-742-6848

schrecengostd@bbfl.us

Police Explorers

The Police Explorer program is open to young men and women ages 14 (and completed the 8th grade) and not yet 21 years old with an interest in learning more about careers in the field of Law Enforcement. This program provides educational training curricula for young adults on the purposes, mission, and objectives of law enforcement. It also offers career orientation experiences, leadership opportunities, and community service activities. The primary goals of the program are to help young adults choose a career path within law enforcement, and to challenge them to become responsible citizens of their communities and the nation. For more information, contact

Sgt. Gladys Cannon
561-742-6161
cannong@bbfl.us

Residential / Business Security Surveys

Crime Prevention Officers will respond to your home or business and conduct a confidential security survey. The survey will identify recommended security upgrades to help harden the home or business from burglars. This program is free to all homeowners and business owners in the City of Boynton Beach.

Contact Crime Prevention:
Officer Denise Schrecengost
561-742-6848
schrecengostd@bbfl.us

Officer Rachel Baldino
561-742-6849
baldinor@bbfl.us

Shop with a Cop

The Boynton Beach Police Department has been brightening the holidays for underprivileged children in our city through the “Shop with a Cop” program since 2005. Officers escort the children as they shop for gifts for themselves and their families. The children are also treated to demonstrations by our specialty units. “Shop with a Cop” is successful due to the generosity and support of the business community, as well as individual donors. For more information, contact:

Officer Rachel Baldino
561-742-6849
baldinor@bbfl.us

Teen Police Academy

This week-long summer camp is dedicated to increasing an understanding between the youth of our community and our police department through fun and exciting interactive education. The program provides the teens an opportunity to learn about the police profession as well as build self-esteem and leadership skills. Our goal is to make the Teen Police Academy a positive, rewarding and enlightening experience for the participants. For more information, contact Officer Rachel Baldino:

561-742-6849

baldinor@bbfl.us

Vial of Life

Participants fill out a form providing medical information in case of an emergency where the person cannot speak and/or the family member present is too distraught to assist in answering time/lifesaving questions. This form will provide the participant’s name, date of birth, present and past medical conditions, medications with dosage and frequency, emergency contacts and a primary doctor number, DNR (if applicable), or other important medical information. The form is stored in a clear plastic bag on the refrigerator. A red medical decal is placed on the bag and a second decal is placed on the front door of the home. To obtain a kit, contact Crime Prevention Officer Denise Schrecengost:

561-742-6848

schrecengostd@bbfl.us