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Mankato Department of Public Safety

The Mankato Department of Public Safety operates under a single administration to manage police and fire staff. The combination of full-time and part-time members enables Mankato to provide high-quality, cost-effective public safety services to the community. The City of Mankato Public Safety Communication Center uses an enhanced 911 telephone system. Dial 911 to report any emergency or non-emergency situation to police or fire personnel.

Prevention and cooperation are key to maintaining a safe community. Police officers and firefighters update their skills through ongoing training and work closely with the public to keep Mankato safe.

Fire

In addition to typical fire and medical responses, firefighters provide the region with confined space rescue services and a fully equipped state hazardous materials team. Firefighters provide expertise in many areas of emergency response and are well trained to provide additional staffing for emergency calls. Staff also organizes programs that benefit youth and the community. Call (507) 387-8703 to receive additional information on a variety of topics such as the Citizen Public Safety Academy and volunteer firefighter program opportunities.

Public Education

Fire education programs and fire station tours are available at no charge for businesses, schools, or groups.

Fire Station Open House

A community event held in October during National Fire Prevention Week. For more information call (507) 387-8563.

Inspections

Public buildings and rental properties are periodically inspected for safety code compliance. Fire safety inspections are also available for residential properties for no fee. Call (507) 387-8563 to schedule a building or rental inspection.

Police

Police staff works in many areas of public safety. Their overall efforts help to ensure community safety. In addition, staff is involved in a variety of youth and community activities including:

Police Explorers

A youth development program for those interested in a law enforcement career. Police Explorers play active roles in the community by hosting child fingerprinting seminars, directing traffic at events, participating in the Safe and Sober and National Night Out programs, volunteering to clean up for Adopt a Highway and building with Habitat for Humanity. Youth who are interested are encouraged to apply at www.mankatopoliceexplorers.com.

School Liaison Program

Police officers are on-site at Mankato Area Public Schools to share public safety messages.

For more information about the Police Explorers or the School Liaison Program call (507) 387-8791.

National Night Out and Neighborhood Watch

Police staff attend neighborhood gatherings to be proactive about public safety during National Night Out. Neighborhood Watch gives citizens an opportunity to work with Public Safety staff to promote neighborhood safety.

For more information about Neighborhood Watch or to sponsor a Night Out, call (507) 387-8722.

Get involved

Volunteer police and firefighter opportunities are important parts of the Mankato Department of Public Safety. Volunteers serve the community and learn a new profession.

For more information about volunteer opportunities call (507) 387-8793 (fire) or (507) 387-8791 (police).

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