Harrisville City Office
   363 West Independance Blvd.
   Harrisville, Utah 84404
   Phone: 801.782.9648
   questions@cityofharrisville.com
Public Safety
Harrisville Police Department
Phone 801.782.4100
Fax 801.782.1449
Email police@cityofharrisville.com

Officers & Staff
Maxwell Jackson Chief
Nate Thompson Lt.
Chris Rowley         
Keith Wheelwright Sgt.
Mark Wilson
Ron VanBeekum
Glen Gammell
Rich Clawson

Dennis Moore
Jackie VanMeeteren Secretary

Mission Statement
It is our mission as the Public Safety Department of Harrisville City to provide a quality public safety services, to foster a safe environment for our residents and youth, work in partnership with the community as a whole, and protect life and property in a responsible and efficient manner.

Basic Information
TIP A COP: Call 1 866 TIP A COP (1 866 847 2267). In case of an emergency, please call 9-1-1. If you know about criminal or suspicious activity going on in your neighborhood call “TIP A COP” because even the smallest piece of information can be helpful.
SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER: Harrisville Police Department places a school resource officer at Orion Junior High. The primary function of a school resource officer is to protect the children and faculty. This officer also works with students to foster an environment where the students feel comfortable talking to the police about public safety problems, victimization, or criminal activity.

CRIME PREVENTION TIPS: You can help reduce crime when you know what to look for and report suspicious activity to the police. Consider the following tips:
  • Report suspicious activities by calling dispatch at 801.629.8221. Dial 9-1-1 in an emergency or when a crime is in progress.
  • Keep your vehicles locked at all times. Never leave a purse, wallet, cell phones, or other valuable items in your vehicle.
  • Make sure the doors and windows of your home close and lock properly. Lock up when you leave home. If you suspect a burglary call police immediately. Avoid touching doorknobs so fingerprints can be lifted. If you come home to find a screen window that has been cut, a broken window, or similar damage call police from your cell phone or go to the neighbors to call.
  • Get to know your neighbors. Watchful neighbors look out for each other and are the first line of defense against crime.
  • Identity theft is a growing problem in the area. Protect your identity by shredding documents with personal information before throwing them away, and try to collect you mail shortly after it is delivered. Mail thefts have occurred in broad daylight while people are at work.
  • Make sure your address is visible from the road. Public safety officials like to know where they are going if they are dispatched to a residence. If you address is clearly visible this helps public safety arrive faster to your location.
  • Utility and recreational trailers thefts are another problem. Thieves can back into a yard and hook up to trailers and drive off in a matter of minutes. Keep your trailer in a garage, or use a “tongue lock” which costs about $50.
FINGERPRINTING: If you need fingerprint cards, feel free to contact Ogden City Police or the Weber County Sheriff’s Office.

Emergency Management
Even simple emergency preparedness can make a difference if a disaster strikes. Emergency preparedness should be based on an understanding of what can happen in a disaster. There are generally three types of disasters: natural disaster, technological disasters, and civil disaster. Participation by family members, neighbors, and residents in emergency preparation is vital to the preparedness of the community in any disaster. Local officials and relief workers will be on the scene after a disaster, but they cannot reach everyone right away. Therefore, disaster and emergency planning is a responsibility that begins with each individual. People need to plan, prepare, and learn self-reliance skills in order to cope with the overwhelming challenges of a disaster or major emergency.
Human behavior is surprising and sometimes unexpected in relation to disasters. Typically the public underestimates or is unwilling to acknowledge that disasters can and will occur. People generally believe that they are safe from a disaster, or that someone else is doing the planning for them. However, when a disaster occurs, our best resource is one another. Those unprepared in the community for a disaster may react with rage and a sense of betrayal. Also, many disaster victims tend to react actively, not passively. Good emergency management and preparedness seeks to mitigate the havoc that a disaster can create.
You are encouraged to make ongoing disaster planning and preparation a part of life, and to realize that when a disaster occurs the ability to improvise is often essential. Disaster related material is available online through the American Red Cross or the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).


CITIZENS EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT TEAM (CERT)
Harrisville City has trained residents for emergency response as part of its CERT program. CERT members are trained to help communities during the first 72-hours after a disaster strikes when phones, roads, and infrastructure may not be functional. CERT member take a 21 hour course to learn basic skills needed in emergency situations. The course includes: disaster preparedness, fire suppression, basic medical response, light search and rescue, disaster psychology, team organization, and a disaster simulation.
Recent Updates


 

 

Notice of Municipal Election

Harrisville will have two city council seats and the office of mayor up for election this year. Those interested in running for a position must file a Declaration of Candidacy, in person, with the city recorder at the municipal building located at 363 W. Independence Blvd.  The filing period runs from July 1, 2009, through July 15, 2009, so plan accordingly. To qualify as a candidate you must be U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old and a registered voter, have resided within Harrisville for 12 consecutive months immediately before the date of the election, pay the appropriate filing fee, and cannot have been convicted of a felony. Candidates must also file the appropriate campaign financial disclosure statements as required by state law throughout the election cycle or be removed from the ballot. Contact Wendy at the city office for more information 801-782-4100 ext. 1000.

 

 

 Opening Ceremony

Harrisville City has passed a resolution indicating that anyone may come and give a two (2) minute presentation to set the mood for the council sessions. No props are allowed and the presentations are intended to be nondenominational and non-proselytizing in character. If you are interested in presenting a thought, short reading or invocation, please contact the city recorder at 801.782.4100.