THE COUNTY OF GALVESTON - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
MEMORANDUM
To: Galveston County Commissioners’ Court
From: Constable Blake Patton
Date: April 16, 2025
RE: Request to Retain Surplus Vehicle C3026 NOW Program
BACKGROUND
The NOW program is a community neighborhood watch program initiated in the Bayshore community. Approved NOW members utilize unit C3026 to patrol the Bayshore area and report suspicious activity to law enforcement.
SUMMARY
The NOW program improves the relationship between the community and law enforcement that serve the community. NOW members have a unique perspective of what is happening in their community and can relay the issues to law enforcement.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY
The NOW program incurs minimal cost to Galveston County with fuel and minimal maintenance to Unit C3026 (Chevy Tahoe) which was a surplus vehicle.
RECOMMENDATIONS
I recommend that Galveston County Commissioners Court continue to allow the program to operate. I plan to work with NOW leaders and Commissioner Apffel to find ways to improve and expand the program.
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