News By Category: Police Department
Minnesota Traffic Fatalities Approaching 14-Year High
October 21, 2021
According to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety (MnDPS), there have been at least 384 reported traffic fatalities in 2021 and the State of Minnesota is on pace to see nearly 475 total by the end of the year, the most since 2007. The MnDPS and the Golden Valley Police Department urge drivers to use caution while driving to avoid serious injury or death. 
City Partners With Hennepin County For Embedded Social Worker Program
October 18, 2021
To further their commitment to mental and community health, the City of Golden Valley and its Police Department recently partnered with Hennepin County Sherriff’s Office and Behavioral Health to pilot the 911 Embedded Social Worker program. The program objectives are to provide targeted support to people in crisis and training to 911 dispatchers who manage mental health-related calls.
Meet The Police Chief Search Consultant Oct 14 At Brookview
October 9, 2021
At its Sept 21 meeting, the City Council approved a contract with executive search consultant America’s Best Strategic Security Group (ABSS) to lead the recruitment process for Golden Valley’s next police chief. Community members are invited to meet the consultant and share their thoughts on important qualities for the next chief at an open house Oct 14, 6–8 pm, at Brookview (316 Brookview Pkwy).
City Clarifies Police Staffing Levels
October 8, 2021
In response to questions from community members regarding staffing levels at the Golden Valley Police Department (GVPD), representatives from the GVPD and City administration met to clarify the issue and provide answers to the public.
City Hosting Police Chief Search Open House Oct 14
October 4, 2021
The City of Golden Valley is hosting an open house Oct 14, 6–8 pm, at Brookview (316 Brookview Pkwy) for its Police Chief Executive Search to gain insight from the community regarding the hiring of a new police chief.
Public Safety Open House Is Sat, Oct 9
October 1, 2021
Join your neighbors for the annual Public Safety Open House Oct 9, 9–11 am, at Police Department and Fire Station 1 (7800 Golden Valley Rd).
City Receives Public Safety Grant From Pohlad Foundation
September 20, 2021
The City of Golden Valley has received a $250,000 Pohlad Foundation public safety grant that will provide financial infrastructure to two City Council initiatives—the newly formed PEACE Commission and an equity audit of Police Department policies and practices.
Apply To Join The Golden Valley PEACE Commission
September 16, 2021
If you’re a community member looking to get involved with the City, look no further than the newly created Golden Valley PEACE Commission.
Public Safety Building Front Desk Hours To Change Temporarily
September 9, 2021
Beginning Mon, Sept 13, the Public Safety Building will temporarily shift its front desk hours to Mon–Fri, 7 am–11 pm and Sat–Sun, 7 am–3 pm.
City Of Golden Valley Is Hiring Patrol Officers
August 24, 2021
The City of Golden Valley is seeking a community-focused, equity-minded, and service-dedicated Police Officer.
