This section is responsible for numerous support tasks vital to the Police Department.
Background Investigations
Support Operations detectives conduct background checks at the request of the City Human Resources Department on people applying for employment with the City. Background checks also are performed on individuals requesting business and special licenses through the City Clerk's Office; and residents applying for state firearm permits and federal firearm licenses.
Police Auto Pound
An officer is responsible for tracking vehicles from the time the Police Department takes custody, until they are legally disposed of or released back to the owner. These vehicles include those that are abandoned, involved in accidents, criminal activity, or traffic hazards.
Michigan Auto Lost & Found
Coordination of Police Training
A detective coordinates both intra-departmental training and in-service police training through regional police academies and private contractors.
Other activities facilitated through Support Operations
The section coordinates the repair and maintenance of the Police Building by the Facilities Maintenance Department; issuance and repair of police equipment; and is the police representative to the City Safety Committee.
For more information, call (248) 796-5530.