New Beginnings

By Chief Don Hutson

I am filled with optimism as we begin 2023 and look forward to the upcoming year. The Riverton Police Department was established in July, 2019, and we are fast approaching our fourth anniversary. We have spent these first few years establishing a culture of caring and making every effort to establish ourselves as integral members of our community. In 1829, Sir Robert Peel established the London Metropolitan Police Force. He became known as the “Father of Modern Policing,” and his commissioners established a list of policing principles that, amazingly, are as relevant today as ever in our history. Principle 7 of Peel’s list states the following: “Police, at all times, should maintain a relationship with the public that gives reality to the historic tradition that the police are the public and the public are the police.” This principle captures what I believe is the concept of community-oriented policing.

We can only be effective as a police department when we are recognized as being one with the community and when we display our common values. Every day, the officers of the Riverton Police Department endeavor to continue to develop our relationships with the citizens we serve by providing professional police services with an eye toward compassionate customer service. We embrace the opportunity to serve, and we appreciate how receptive our community is to our efforts and the trust we have developed with our citizenry. Riverton is a great community because of its great people, and I am thankful every day for the support we receive, which motivates us to try to get better each day.

“Riverton is a great community because of its great people, and I am thankful every day for the support we receive, which motivates us to try to get better each day.”

That said, our strength as a community and the quality of life we enjoy can only be preserved if we all remain focused on caring for each other and doing our part to be responsible members of society. We, as members of the Riverton Police Department, are committed to continuing to seek out opportunities to enhance our

Sir Robert Peel, known as the “Father of Modern Policing” established the London Metropolitan Police Force. He stated, “Police, at all times, should maintain a relationship with the public that gives reality to the historic tradition that the police are the public and the public are the police.” relationships with all those we interact with to ensure we maintain our sense of community. n rivertonutah.gov/subscribe Get the latest city updates, e-newsletters, event information and other news delivered right to your inbox.

It is my hope, as we embark in this new year, that we can all remain vigilant and make a concerted effort to do better, work harder and serve those around us whenever we have the opportunity. This focus on service and betterment will ensure the core principles and values of our community will be preserved and we look forward to joining you in these efforts to enhance our way of life.

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Be part of a Riverton tradition and come participate in one of the valley’s best races. Medals and prizes will be awarded for participants and winners.

General registration continues until February 28 for the Riverton Half Marathon & 4Life 5K on Saturday, March 25, 2023. Races begin at 9 a.m. at Riverton City Park. Register at: rivertonutah.gov/half

Not Your Parent’s Art Show

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Come see original art pieces created by young local artists displayed at the Old Dome Meeting Hall. Find details at rivertonutah.gov/ exhibits.

• Visit February 14 to March 8, Monday - Friday, Noon - 5 p.m.

Attend a free suicide prevention training to learn how to respond to someone in crisis. Classes normally occur monthly. Register at rivertonutah.gov/qpr.

• Thursday, February 16, 7 p.m. Riverton City Hall

Pick up a free voucher to the at the

Billing Office at Riverton City Hall when you begin your spring cleaning.

• Limit of two vouchers per household per year.

Riverton City is seeking business sponsorships to help us put on great Riverton Town Days and Rodeo events this year!

Visit rivertonutah.gov/sponsors to see what opportunities are available or to submit a sponsor application.