Three Timmins Auxiliary Police Officers were recognized for their 10 years of service by Timmins Police at today’s Police Services Board meeting.
Reaching the 10-year service milestone are Auxiliary Sergeant Darryl Bender, Auxiliary Constables George Jasmin and Glenn Simpson.
They joined the auxiliary police force in 2005 when it was first formed to help the police department carry out its duties in liaising with the community.
“Over the last 10 years some left, some have become police officers," said Deputy Chief Des Walsh. “They were all volunteers. They don’t get paid, but we provide them with a uniform.”
“The auxiliary police participate in regular 'ride alongs' with our regular police officers and that amounts to thousands of hours of volunteer time,” Deputy Chief Walsh added.
They receive training on snowmobile patrol and log some hours on the snowmobile trail system.
The auxiliary members also assist regular members with community events such as the Santa Claus Parade and the South Porcupine Winter Carnival.
“Today we honour three officers who have contributed a combined thirty years of voluntary services and we would like to recognize their contribution,” commented Deputy Chief Walsh.
The three auxiliary officers were provided with a plaque and two service leaves each that officers attach to the sleeve of their uniform.
One leaf represents five years of service.
In another matter, the Board voted to place $1,136.87 in unclaimed funds into police general revenue fund for use towards police services.
The funds were seized under the Criminal Code of Canada and other federal statutes.
In situations where the money has not be claimed, the local police service board can direct the funds to their general revenue fund.
