Programs

1. CAT Program

   Combat Auto Theft (C.A.T. Program), is a statewide program, F.S.S. 316.008(6) where registered owners of vehicles can place this bright colored decal on the rear window of their vehicle. If a Law Enforcement Officer observes this vehicle occupied and/or being driven between the hours of 1:00am-5:00am, F.S.S. 316.008(6) gives the officer the right to conduct an investigation and make contact with the person currently in possession of the vehicle.

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2. Quarterly Fraud Seminar For Seniors

   Educational seminar to teach preventative measures against fraud

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3. Citizen Satisfaction Survey

   The survey is intended to measure our effectiveness and to find ways in which to better improve our delivery of police services to our community.

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4. Neighborhood Crime Watch Group

   A neighborhood watch is the “eyes and ears” of a community. They are the closest link to local law enforcement and advantages for having the group are invaluable.

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5. Margate Police Explorer

   The mission of the Margate Police Explorer Program is to guide young adults to a better path for the future through a comprehensive program of training, competition, practical experiences, leadership, teamwork, discipline, friendship and to assist the Margate Police Department and the citizens of Margate through their commitment to serving their community through community service.

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6. Car Seat Installation

   Car Seat Installation Registration Program

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7. Open and Empty Program

   Our goal is to eliminate or reduce the risk that your property becomes a victim of burglary. In order to facilitate this program and evaluate its effectiveness, the Margate Police Department would like to track those businesses that voluntarily participate.

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8. Dog Walker Watch

   Dog Walker Watch (DWW) is an awareness program sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW). It is coordinated locally by law enforcement agencies and community organizations in an effort to encourage neighbors nationwide to assist local law enforcement agencies in ongoing community-policing efforts.

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9. STARR Program

   The Margate Police Department is continually working to provide a safe and secure environment for our community. However, it is important as well for YOU to understand and take the steps necessary to decrease the risk of becoming a victim. This has led to the creation of the MPD's STARR Program (Self Defense Tactics and Risk Reduction).

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