Fridley is divided into 10 districts consisting of 3 to 5 neighborhoods each (see Chart below). A Neighborhood Resource Officer (NRO) is assigned to work with the citizens of each district to solve problems or concerns that may surface in their neighborhood. The NRO has been trained in problem solving and is aware of the various resources available in the community. The Fridley Police Department believes that the greatest opportunity for success is working together with citizens, the schools, the business community and other organizations to solve problems. Citizens are encouraged to meet and get to know their NRO. It is important to develop a trusting working relationship prior to dealing with problems that may be identified in a neighborhood.

Your Neighborhood Resource Officers

Plymouth, Summit Manor, Oak Hills

• Jim Mork, 763-502-1952
• Zak Chlebeck, 763-502-1910

Sylvan Hills, River's Edge Way, Hyde Park, Ashton

• Mark Mickelson, 763-502-1933
• Nick Kaufer, 763-502-1930

Rice Creek Plaza North, Hartmann Circle, Locke Lake, Logan Park, Edgewater Garden, Rice Creek Plaza South

• Brian Weierke, 763-572-3632
• Steve Monsrud, 763-502-1968

Craigway, Springbrook, Riverview Heights

• Jennie Markham, 763-572-3641
• Travis Volk, 763-572-1936

Marion Hills, North and South Innsbruck, North Park, Parkview, Black Forest

• Barry Pankonin, 763-502-1926
• Andrew Todd, 763-572-3639

Bonny, Lakeview, Uplands, Christie, Florence

• Mike Williams, 763-502-1925
• Kevin Titus, 763-502-1904

Melody Manor, Fridley Terrace

• Perry Jones, 763-502-1924
• Greg Olson, 763-502-1922

Harris Lake, Benjamin-Briardale, Moore Lake Hills, Gardena, Highlands, Spring Valley

• Chris McClish, 763-502-1905
• Bridget Menne, 763-502-1934

Rice Creek Terrace East, Rice Creek Terrace West, Holiday Hills

• Ben Works, 763-502-1918
• Mike Keeley, 763-502-1937

Rice Creek Townhomes, Brookview, Creek Ridge, Oak Grove

• Nick Knaeble, 763-502-1936
• Todd Desjardin, 763-572-3642

Meadowmoore, Flannery

• Jeff Guest, 763-502-1965
• Ryan George, 763-502-5611

Did you know it's estimated that 4 out of 5 car seats are installed incorrectly?

It is the law to have your child in a child safety seat until the age of four. In addition, a new law went into effect July 1, 2009 requiring a child who is BOTH under age 8 and shorter than four feet 9 inches to be fastened in a child safety seat that meets federal safety standards. It is recommended to keep a child in a booster seat based on their height rather than their age.

A booster seat raises the child's seated height which allows the belt system to comfortably and safely rest across their body. A properly installed car seat or restraint is your child's best defense against being seriously hurt in a crash or sudden stop.

Members of the Fridley Police and Fire Department have been nationally trained and certified by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to inspect your child's car seat. They will give you installation tips, educate you on transporting older children, check your current seat(s) for factory recalls, and assist you with the proper installation of your car seat. Each seat inspection takes approximately 30 minutes.

The Anoka County SAFE Kids Coalition offers FREE car seat inspections at monthly clinics (10 per year) throughout Anoka County. Clinics are by appointment only. In addition, individual inspections can be scheduled with the Fridley Police or Fire Department staff who have the national certification.

To inquire about the next monthly clinic or to schedule an individual appointment, please contact the Fridley Police Crime Prevention/Youth Specialist or the Fire Department at 763-572-3613. For more information, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website.