Carson City Sheriff's Night Out at Mills Park happening Tuesday
The safest party in town is happening Tuesday at Mills Park as the community celebrates Carson City Sheriff’s Night. There will be aircrafts, helicopters, law enforcement vehicles, mounted horses, fire engines, giveaways, music, games and more.
More than 40 agencies and organizations have signed on to participate and will be on hand to answer questions and take photos. Organizers say the goal is to celebrate the positive relationships with all of our public safety entities, military, lateral partners and other supporting agencies. The event is from 5 to 8 p.m.
The Sheriff’s Night Out initiative aims to raise awareness about crime and substance abuse, garner support for engaging in local anti-crime initiatives, shine a spotlight on community organizations and their services and enhance neighborhood cohesion and police-community relationships.
The Elks Club will be barbecuing Flocchini hot dogs until they run out. Carson City Sheriff's Night organizers also extend their thanks to the local Extra Mile convenience stores for donating buns, ice, water and sodas for the event.
The theme for this year's event is centered on “Parks and Recreation.”
“Parks and Recreation play a vital role in the health of a community, as well as impacting potential crime," said Sheriff Ken Furlong. "When families and friends are engaged in positive community drive activities and events, law enforcement challenges are reduced."
The Sheriff's Office "considers the staff and employees of the Parks and Recreation Department to be direct partners and well worth their center placement as this year’s theme," said Sheriff Furlong.