About the COPS Program
The Milledgeville Police Department Community-Oriented Policing Services (COPS) program is a dedicated initiative that places officers directly into the community — going beyond traditional reactive policing to build lasting relationships, address the root causes of crime, and foster genuine trust between MPD and the residents we serve.
COPS officers are specifically assigned to engage with neighborhoods, schools, businesses, and community organizations on a personal, consistent basis. The goal is a safer Milledgeville built on mutual respect and open communication.
Program Activities
- Regular neighborhood walk-throughs and community check-ins
- School resource engagement and youth outreach
- Business district liaison and safety consultations
- Neighborhood Watch coordination and support
- Community problem-solving partnerships addressing quality-of-life issues
- Participation in community events, festivals, and civic programs
- Connecting residents with city resources and social services
Our Commitment
MPD believes that effective policing is built on partnership. When officers know their community and community members know their officers, everyone is safer. The COPS program is a direct expression of that belief — an investment in relationships that makes our response to crime more effective and our presence more trusted.
Connect With Your COPS Officer
To reach out to the COPS program, request an officer for a community event, or learn more about Neighborhood Watch, call (478) 414-4090 or visit us at 125 Floyd L Griffin Jr St during business hours.