The police officers of the Village of Winneconne shall be available to any citizen at all hours of the day and night. The Village’s officers are highly skilled in law enforcement, including conducting investigations, arresting law breakers, assisting on all medical emergencies and protecting citizens against criminal attack. The police officer shall have the ability to act as a minister, social worker, diplomat, “tough guy”, and gentleman. The officer uses a kindhearted word often, and a firm hand when necessary. The officer must have the knowledge of, and the ability to refer people to, area resources, in order to assist them in their daily lives.
The Police Department requires a reliable, well trained corps of personnel, as well as the necessary equipment related to police department activities. The Police Department is staffed by a Chief, four full time officers, a secretary, and part time officers who work on an “as need” basis.