2026-2027 GOALS: Continue aligning Police Services Officers with the PSO/CSI training matrix, including POST-certified courses in basic crime scene investigation, Field Training Officer certification, traffic collision investigation, and DOJ sex offender registration practices Achieve full staffing of the PSO/CSI patrol team to support operational needs and allow for the backfilling of specialty assignments Increase staffing within the Detention Officer Unit to provide comprehensive coverage across patrol teams, including filling all part-time positions and adding one additional full-time position Complete and implement a standardized training manual for Detention Officers to ensure consistency and operational readiness Ensure all full-time Detention Officers complete the 200-hour Title 15 CORE course, maintaining compliance with custodial standards Expand the Detention Officer transport fleet to improve safety, reliability, and operational efficiency Develop and prepare Detention Officers to serve as training officers, strengthening internal training capacity and succession planning Fill patrol vacancies to support staffing of the Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) and maintain program effectiveness. Utilize the Directed Enforcement Team as a collateral assignment to provide interim support in the absence of fully staffed CIT positions Develop a transition plan for the UAS program to utilize domestically sourced equipment, ensuring compliance and long-term program sustainability
NORTH & SOUTH AREA PATROL
The North Area Command encompasses the portion of the city located north of the I-5 freeway. This area includes a mix of single-family residences, high-density housing, and commercial and retail properties. North Area Command is currently staffed by one Lieutenant, six Sergeants, and 18 Patrol Officers. The South Area Command encompasses the portion of the city south of the I-5 freeway, bounded by Williams Street to the west, Jamboree Road to the east, and Barranca Parkway to the south. The unit is responsible for both reactive and proactive policing efforts in the southern portion of the city, providing continuous service 24 hours a day, seven days a week. South Area Command is currently staffed by one Lieutenant, six Sergeants, and 19 Patrol Officers. TASKS: Respond to criminal, service, and traffic-related calls for service, ensuring timely and effective response Conduct investigations, prepare reports, follow up on cases, and apprehend offenders as appropriate Collaborate with parole and probation officers to monitor individuals under supervision residing in Tustin Support crime and traffic collision reduction efforts through data-driven analysis, targeted enforcement, and proactive problem-solving Deliver educational presentations and prevention programs focused on crime reduction and traffic safety Plan and coordinate community special events, supporting public safety and community engagement Advance the Department’s Mission, Vision, and Values, addressing community concerns, reducing fear of crime, and enhancing public trust and satisfaction 2025-2026 ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Completed the Equipment Room project, improving organization, accountability, and operational efficiency Procured and implemented money and coin counters, enhancing accuracy and efficiency in cash handling processes Installed credit card payment capabilities, improving service delivery and convenience for the public Issued Cloud Defensive flashlights to officers, enhancing officer safety and field effectiveness Installed sit-stand desks in the Watch Commander’s Office, improving ergonomics and supporting employee wellness Purchased and distributed tourniquet holders for officers, increasing accessibility to critical lifesaving equipment
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