Police
The Groveland Police Department is dedicated to providing professional, high quality law enforcement services to the residents of Groveland. This is accomplished through a high level of training, strong leadership and community involvement.
In July of 2006, Police Chief T. R. Merrill was honored by the Florida Peace Officers Association for being the longest serving Police Chief in the United States, with over 37 years. Chief Merrill is a strong believer in interactive relations with the community.
The Groveland Police Department recently purchased six Automatic Defibrillators (AED) to be carried by the officers while on duty. This purchase was made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of South Lake County.
The Public Safety Annex at Cherry Lake is now completed. This facility provides faster response times to residents on the north side of the City. The Police Department and Fire Deparment will share the building.
The Police Department is seeking individuals to participate in neighborhood crime watch programs. For more information, call 429-4166 or stop by the Police Station.
Contact Information:
Lt. Jesse Baker
Phone 352-429-4166
Fax 352-429-5559
Jesse.Baker@groveland-fl.gov
Captain Eddie McConnell
Phone 352-429-4166
Fax 352-429-5559
Eddie.McConnell@groveland-fl.gov
EEOP for JAG 05-11-2010
EEOP for Video Camera Systems
EEOP short form weapon upgrade grant
RIDE LIKE A PRO!
Bicycle safety is very important! Riding your bike can be a
lot of fun, but you need to follow the rules and laws to
stay safe. Here are a few tips to keep you riding safe
(some are laws).
- Always wear a helmet.
- Obey all traffic signs and signals.
- Ride single file on streets and highways and keep to the
right side of the road, with the flow of traffic. - Use proper hand signals when in traffic.
- No stunts or weaving in and out of traffic!
- Stop and look twice before crossing an intersection.
- Watch for cars pulling out of driveways, side streets
and away from the curb, they may not see you! - Give pedestrians the right of way.
- Be sure your bike is in good working order. Check the
brakes, tires, chain, and lights before each ride. - If you’re riding between sunset and sunrise, you must
have lights, white in front and red in back. - Closed in shoes and riding gloves are a good way to
protect your hands and feet if you do have a crash.
Enjoy riding for many years by being a safe rider, like the
pros!
If you received a traffic ticket and wish to see where the city limits are please click on the link below
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