The Community Services Division (CSD) represents the Baton Rouge City Constable's Office (BRCCO) in a variety of projects benefiting the community. Through the Community Services Center (CSC) at the Mall at Cortana, our outreach has been greatly extended.

During the months of July, August, and September, the BRCCO participated in over 16 safety seminars sponsored by the YMCA of Greater Baton Rouge. The course is designed to help educate the public, especially women, on how to stay safe.

BRCCO co-hosted monthly Domestic Violence in the Workplace "Lunch and Learns," which were held at the CSC. The classes are a project of the State Attorney General Richard P. Ieyoub's office.

Our Scouting Program is starting to take off! Deputies Carla Reed and Byron Richards are the Cub Scout Pack 552 Leaders. Deputies Marcus Politz and Stephen Callender lead the Boy Scout Troop 552. Deputy Vernon Scott has been appointed coordinator of the Explorers Post 552 and has received offers of assistance from several other deputies. Anyone interested in signing up kids with the any of the above programs can contact the CSD at 928-4808 for further information.

Special thanks to the Law Firm of McGlynn, Glisson & Koch! Their generous donation has provided the BRCCO with a set of seven new CPR manikins. This will help in the continued training of our employees as well as the public. Cpl. Kim Green is a certified CPR instructor and will be giving classes in the near future. Cpl. Green was presented the manikins by attorneys Daniel J. McGlynn, Christopher D. Glisson and Karl J. Koch.

A special thanks also goes out to Line-X of Baton Rouge for the donation of a spray-on bed liner for the BRCCO Community Services truck. Stop by to see it..... it looks fantastic!

BRCCO has partnered with the U.S. Attorney's Office to present Project Safe Neighborhoods in our community. This is a gun safety presentation given to area youths. During the months of July and August, over 600 area children viewed the demonstration. Project Safe Neighborhoods is a federal program which is an expansion of Project Exile.

The CSD also participated in the following events. These are just a few of the projects that we have been involved and plan to participate in many others in the future.

BRCCO Family Day  |  Consumer Protection 101  |  Corn Boil
911 Rememberance  |  Greater King David Health Fair  |  Kids Day
National Night Out Against Crime  |  O'Brien House Block Party
Sportsman's Paradise  |  Labor Day Telethon  |  Louisiana Coalition
US Postal Employees Health Fair  |  Feast of St. Michael

Feast of St. Michael

BRCCO Family Day

On July 13, 2002, the BRCCO held its Second Annual Family Day. Employees, reservists, and volunteers were in attendance of this event held to promote camaraderie within our office. A good time was had by all!

"Consumer Protection 101"

On July 23, 2002, the second session of the "Consumer Protection 101" concluded. This session was held at the Delmont Service Center at the invitation of Councilman Charles Kelly, whose district was involved.

Corn Boil

The BRCCO was a co-host of the Corn Boil, an annual event for law enforcement, which was held in New Roads on July 25^th. Over 1,000 officers from around the state were in attendance. Everyone enjoyed a variety of food and drink. But most important was the exchange of information between agencies.

Greater King David Health Fair

The Greater King David Health Fair was held on August 3, 2002. The BRCCO offered fingerprinting of children, crime prevention information, and a look at one of our DARE units.

Kids Day at Dillard's Department Store

Also on August 3^rd, Dillards Department Store at Cortana Mall hosted a Kids Day. Clowns and face painting were part of the events. BRCCO Explorer Post 552 also fingerprinted the children.

National Night Out Against Crime

The National Night Out Against Crime was held on August 6, 2002. The DARE units were displayed. Project Safe Neighborhoods presented gun safety. Crime prevention and safety information were distributed, along with DARE stickers for the children.

O'Brien House Block Party

Held on August 10, 2002, the BRCCO displayed its DARE units and distributed drug and violence awareness information. Deputy Scott Shavers was a guest speaker, discussing drug awareness.

Sportsman's Paradise Hunting, Fishing and Outdoor Expo

Held at the Lamar Dixon Expo Center in Gonzales on August 24^th and 25^th, Sportsman's Paradise gave the BRCCO an opportunity to reach a much wider audience. In addition to the display of DARE units and distribution of crime prevention and safety materials, our "Fatal Vision" demonstration was a huge success. For those unfamiliar, 'Fatal Vision" utilizes specially made goggles to simulate the impairing effects of alcohol and drugs. The wearer attempts a field sobriety test and the results are dramatic and memorable.

Jerry Lewis Muscular Dystrophy Labor Day Telethon

Several BRCCO deputies and volunteers manned the pledge phones for the Labor Day Telethon. Held at the Old State Capitol and televised on WVLA Channel 33, these individuals took donations from the public as part of the group representing the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #1.

Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence Conference

"Joining Hands & Hearts" was the theme of this year's conference, which was held September 3-5, 2002. The BRCCO co-sponsored the event. Over 450 people from around the state were in attendance. City Constable Reginald Brown was the guest speaker at the opening ceremonies of the 3-day event.

September 11th Remembrance

The BRCCO participated in the 9/11 procession from Bon Carre' to the USS Kidd. A ceremony was held at the Kidd remembering the events of September 11, 2001. Several agencies from throughout the City Parish participated.

US Postal Employees Health Fair

Over 400 federal postal employees attended this health fair at their Bluebonnet facility. The BRCCO presented safety and crime prevention materials to them.

Feast of St. Michael

On September 29, 2002, BRCCO deputies participated in the Feast of St. Michael at St. Luke's Episcopal Church. St. Michael is the Patron Saint of law enforcement officers.