Support for a “Public-Private Partnership Day”

Proposed by: Private Sector Liaison Section

WHEREAS, the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) strongly supports efforts of law enforcement and the private sector to engage in strong public-private partnerships; and,

WHEREAS, IACP strives to provide law enforcement executives with knowledge regarding the establishment of effective public/private partnerships, and how to achieve effective interactions supporting the advancement of community engagement, safety and security involving the private sector, law enforcement, intelligence, homeland security and emergency management by these communities working collaboratively; and,

WHEREAS, IACP strives to provide a forum for the representation of the thoughts, concerns and issues of the private sector, security industry, non-governmental organizations and not-for-profit organizations, to the executive leadership of the police community and,

WHEREAS, the IACP, and strives to acquaint law enforcement executives with information on technology, intelligence and resources available within the private sector that might serve the interests and needs of the law enforcement community; and

WHEREAS, IACP maintains a Private Sector Liaison Section to assist the IACP and its membership in coordinating efforts to implement mutual objectives of improving community engagement and public safety through public/private partnerships; and,

WHEREAS, IACP strives to increase the knowledge and understanding of the value, benefits, and importance of public/private partnerships within the private sector, and strives to gain full public support for such partnerships within the community at large and among all law enforcement agencies; and, therefore be it

RESOLVED, that the IACP supports the establishment of an annual “Public-Private Partnership Day” for law enforcement and its private sector partners, in celebration and recognition of the commitment, many contributions and dedicated hard work of partner agencies securing our communities, our infrastructure, and enhancing the safety and security of all; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the IACP strongly encourages the widest possible dissemination of information about effective public-private partnerships; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the IACP encourages the selection of a date for “Public-Private Partnership Day” that will focus attention of the community and the private sector on the value of partnerships during an appropriate time of year.