Chat with the Chief
Chat with the Chief is a podcast hosted by Sarasota Police Chief Rex Troche. Each episode features conversations with Sarasota Police Department members and community leaders, offering a closer look at the initiatives shaping life in our city.
The podcast was created to open the lines of communication with our community, discussing topics you may not always see but that impact all of us, from traffic safety and investigations to homeless outreach and beyond.
There’s a lot happening behind the scenes to keep the City of Sarasota safe and connected. This is our chance to share those stories and to chat about what matters most to you.
Chat with the Chief
How the Volunteer Coordinator plays into Crime Prevention
Joining Sarasota Police Chief Rex Troche on the podcast for this episode is Lashelle Williams, the Civilian Volunteer Coordinator. She works closely with the Community Relations (CRU) and Crime Prevention Units. The Crime Prevention Unit works with community groups, organizations, and businesses in an effort to identify mutual problems and community needs, identify police service needs, obtain community feedback, and exchange information. The Civilian Volunteer Coordinator oversees several programs in addition to volunteers, like the Citizen's Police Academy, Police Explorer Program, Chaplain Program, and Student Internship Programs.
If you want to get involved with the Sarasota Police Department as a program participant or as a volunteer, please reach out to Lashelle Williams at 941-724-2749 or Lashelle.Williams@sarasotaFL.gov
Chat with the Chief is the official podcast of the Sarasota Police Department, where Chief Troche speaks with department leaders and community partners about public safety, policing and issues that impact our community. Each episode offers insights, stories from the field and guidance on how residents and visitors can stay informed and engaged.