New contact officer in Bad Gandersheim: her voice for the citizens
New contact officer in Bad Gandersheim: her voice for the citizens
21.08.2024 - 08:59
Police Inspection Northeim
Bad Gandersheim has taken a new step to promote communication between citizens and the police. With the taking office of police commissioner Ilka Marie Fischer as a contact officer (Kob’in) on August 1, 2024, the municipality expects a closer connection to the police. Fischer, who has been working in the PK Bad Gandersheim since October 1, 2023, has set itself the goal of strengthening the safety of the residents with open communication channels.
"As a Kob’in, I would like to make a quick and simple way of communication between the citizens: inside and me and the police," explains the 36-year-old. Their vision not only includes that the citizens perceive the police as partners, but also that companies and clubs are involved in the security jurisdiction. The core of her mission is the presence on site and an open ear for people's concerns.
Citizens' consultation hours: a new offer
To achieve this goal, a citizens' consultation hour was launched as part of a pilot project. These consultation hours take place in the barrier -free rooms of the youth café at Marienstraße 8 and are carried out as a test phase until the end of the autumn holidays. The first dates have already been determined: On August 30th, September 5, September 25, October 2 and October 23, the population will have the opportunity to get in touch with Kob’in.
"My goal is to strengthen the feeling of security and to present the police as a friend and helper," emphasizes Fischer. The consultation hours could offer an important platform to discuss the concerns and suggestions of the citizens, be it in relation to security issues or the general cooperation with the police.
The offer is based on the principle of low threshold, which means that it should be easy and uncomplicated for citizens to express their concerns. In the event of a positive response, a regular continuation of the citizens' consultation hours is planned, with new appointments being announced in good time.
Availability of the police
While the citizens' consultation hours are a new and innovative form of communication, the police commissioner Bad Gandersheim remains available for urgent concerns around the clock. This includes the reimbursement of criminal complaints or the reporting of instant locations. Fischer and your team are not only available during the defined office hours, but are always ready to provide help.
The schools and local business owners could benefit from the initiative of the police commissioner by being able to put their concerns directly. Fischer hopes that a feeling of community and trust will be built through the consultation. The press office of the Northeim police inspection is available for questions on 05382/95390.
Original content from: Police Inspection Northeim, transmitted by News Aktuell
insight into today's police work
The initiative to use a contact officer for the public shows a change in the policy -related approach. It becomes clear that the police are not only responsible for combating crime, but also plays an important role in prevention and creating a positive feeling of security. Due to the close dialogue with the population, everyone involved can hope that this leads to a more harmonious and safer community. It remains to be seen how the citizens accept this offer and what feedback will come back to the police. In the future, this type of communication could even serve as a model for other regions.
The role of the contact officer in police work
The introduction of the contact officer, as in the case of police commissioner Ilka Marie Fischer, shows a modern direction of police work. Contact officers are trained to beat the bridge between the police and the population. This happens through personal contact that builds up and it relieves the citizen: to address concerns or problems directly.
An increased feeling of security among the population can be promoted by such initiatives. In many cities, similar programs have already achieved positive effects by increasing the visibility of the police and actively involving the citizens: actively involved in security work inside. Police work is not only perceived as a repressive force, but also as a partner in the community.
The importance of citizen participation
Citizens' participation in security work plays a special role. The planned citizens' consultation is a good example of how the police and population can enter a direct dialogue. Such consultation hours enable the citizens to express their worries, to make their worries, make suggestions for improvement and to speak directly to a police contact person.
This form of interaction can help to reduce misunderstandings and to better understand the needs of the population. According to the motto "The police are part of the community", local challenges are also identified that can be specifically addressed. This could have a positive impact on the feeling of security of the citizens: inside and strengthen confidence in the police.
statistics on crime development in Lower Saxony
The last statistics on crime development in Lower Saxony show a declining trend in various crime areas. According to the annual management report of the police in Lower Saxony, the total number of crimes has dropped by about 5% compared to the previous year. In particular, the possibility of getting in touch with the officials at local police events and office hours has proven to be effective to support the prevention work.
Currently, the offenses against property and general street crime have also declined, which is promoted by more intensive police work and preventive measures. Citizens' participation, as promoted by the contact officer, could also help increase the reports of offenses, since citizens may be more willing to share their experiences in a confidential framework.
This shows that personal contact between citizens and the police is not only symbolic, but can also have measurable positive effects on the security situation in the region.