Leo Sokoloski, Chief of Police
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Announcement
RED METER PERMITS ON SALE JULY 1, 2009
Red Meter Permits are available for purchase at the Bloomsburg Police Department for persons living or working in the downtown area. On sale July 1, 2009 from 8A - 4P, $125 each for 6 months for all lots, $100 for Hoppes Lot and East St Only. They are valid from July 1 through December 31, 2009. Residents/Students must bring a signed copy of current lease and vehicle registration card. Employees must provide work address and vehicle registration. .
RESIDENTIAL PERMIT ORDINANCE CHANGE RESIDENTIAL PERMITS REQUIRED ALL YEAR LONG IN DESIGNATED AREA LISTED BELOW: The Bloomsburg Town Council voted to enact the following changes where Residential Permits are required:Ordinance 921, Section 15-801. Permit Parking: This ordinance is effective upon enactment. Enacted this 11th day of May, 2009.It shall be unlawful between the hours of 7AM – 7PM, Monday through Friday, from January 1 through December 31, for any person to park a motor vehicle or any other type of motor vehicle without a proper valid permit parking decal displayed thereon in the section of the Town of Bloomsburg hereinafter referred to as the “permit zone” and bounded as follows: East Third Street from East Street to Oak Lane; East Fourth Street from East street to Oak Lane; East Fifth Street from East Street to Park Street; Wood Street from East Second Street to East Fifth Street; Spruce Street from East Second Street to East Fifth Street; Locust Street from East Second Street to East Fourth Street; Chestnut Street from East Second Street to East Fourth Street; Park Street from East Fifth Street to Columbia Boulevard; Penn Street from East Second Street to East Fourth Street; Chestnut Avenue from East Second Street to East Fifth Street; East Anthony Avenue from Chestnut Avenue to Chestnut Street; East Second Street on the south side from Spruce Street to Oak Lane; Oak Lane from East Second Street to East Fourth Street; and East Second Street form East Street to Penn Street.
CHURCH LOT IS NO LONGER A MUNICIPAL LOT
The parking lot behind St Paul's Episcopal Church on Iron Street and Ridge Avenue is no longer a public lot. It has been leased by a private enterprise. People with Red Meter Permits will no longer be able to use them in this lot.
BLOOMSBURG POLICE DEPARTMENT MEMORABILIA Over two (2) years ago, the Bloomsburg Police Department requested old police memorabilia , equipment, uniforms and related materials from town residents who may have had relatives serve on the Bloomsburg Police Department. Police received several uniforms worn by police in the 1960’s era and some other old police equipment. These items are now proudly displayed in a glass show case located on the 1st floor of the Bloomsburg Town Hall. During the search for memorabilia, police learned that in 1927, Bloomsburg Police Chief Franklin A. Dent was killed in the line of duty after being hit by a speeding vehicle while directing traffic on Old Berwick Road near Locust Street. A photo of Chief Dent is in the show case memorializing his service to the town.
Anyone with old police items that they would like displayed, items can be dropped off at the Bloomsburg Police Department or call 784-6779.
DONATIONS FOR K-9 PROGRAM UPDATE
We would like to thank all those who called and pledged or mailed in donations after the recent decision to end our K9 program was announced.
The discussion to bring back the program is still ongoing and we will contact you all as soon as a final decision has been made with the Town Council.
For those of you that have sent in donations, we are holding them until the decision has been made.
If you should have any questions do not hesitate to call us at (570) 784-6779.
Mission Statement
"Our mission is to protect life and property, to serve the public with integrity and profession- alism, and to achieve an atmosphere of mutual respect and cooperation with all citizens."
The Bloomsburg Police Department believes in a Community Policing approach. We form part- nerships with residents, business owners and community organizations to Pro-Actively address the causes of crime, fear of crime and various public safety issues.
Our Goals Include:
- Upholding all laws
- Providing responsive, courteous, caring and dedicated police protection
- Promoting peaceful resolution of community conflicts as primary intervention
- Making the Town of Bloomsburg the safest place to live, work and visit.
Vision Statement
The Bloomsburg Police Department is committed to the enhancement of the quality of life for the citizens of Bloomsburg. Policing will be based upon a foundation of public trust where earning a reputation for providing effective, caring and courteous service.
Values Statement
The Bloomsburg Police Department’s services to citizens are founded on an ideal of respect for rights of each individual. Agency members shall maintain the highest standards of personal integrity and ethics and a sense of community interaction that focuses on solutions to citizens and community problems.
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