2009 Annual Report - the City of Tukwila

TUKWILA POLICE EXPLORERS
Explorers are a group of young adults ranging in ages from 14–21 with a desire to learn
about law enforcement. They also perform community service projects while assisting
the Police Department.
2009 brought many new faces to Tukwila’s Explorer program – a new start in a new year.
In January, there were approximately 10–15 applicants waiting to take the place of several
veteran Explorers who left the program after reaching the maximum age limit. During the
upcoming year, these new Explorers faced many challenges. They tackled two one-week
academies where they learned law enforcement techniques, marching, military drill and
– most of all – the confidence and ability to do a job well. They were also involved
in weekly meetings, community service and charity events. Many of the remaining
experienced explorers found themselves being leaders and role models to the recruits.
Advisors:
Officer Don Dart and Officer Ted Rutt
Civilian Advisor: Mary Hulvey
Post #2999 Explorers:
Chief Andi Delic
Sergeant Crystal Roth
Sergeant Spencer Little
Zoila Barron
Ryan Bentley
Tanessa Burns
Rudrkesh Chand
Tylor Curry
Lacey McWade
Benjamin Morris
KeShawn Mounday
Jackie Scott
Alex Shoopman
Ranveer Singh
Ernest Thomas
Summer
Academy
Explorers working
Keystone Kops
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