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The Sullivan’s Island Police Department announced today that it has been recognized for excellence in policy management and training in 2024 by Lexipol, the leading provider of solutions that empower performance excellence in public safety. This is the second consecutive year the police department has been recognized. The Lexipol Connect program tracks Sullivan’s Island Police Department performance on five metrics proven to measure success in policy management.
The Sullivan’s Island Police Department achieved Gold, the highest level of recognition offered, for consistent and effective policy dissemination to personnel, timely policy updates as laws change and officer training on policies. “Our policy manual, developed with the assistance of and in conjunction with Lexipol, is intended to assist members of the Sullivan's Island Police Department in the safe and proper execution of their duties. Our department's intent is to provide ethical, professional and competent service to the community in a manner that is fully transparent.
The policies contained in our manual have undergone extensive research and review by Lexipol and the Chief of Police to ensure they meet minimum standards set forth by 23-23-85 South Carolina Code of Law and the Law Enforcement Training Council at the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy, " said Sullivan’s Island Chief of Police, Glenn Meadows. He added: "As the chief law enforcement officer for the Sullivan's Island Police Department, I am proud to provide departmental members with a policy manual that is tailored to the unique and specific needs of the Town of Sullivan's Island. Through our partnership with Lexipol, these policies are reviewed and updated on a regular basis to ensure we remain in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and laws.
" The Sullivan’s Island Police Department’s excellence in policy and policy training enhances community safety by ensuring consistent, effective response based on state and federal law and nationally recognized best practices. For more information, visit www.lexipol.
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