Edgewater Police Volunteers (EPV)

Edgewater Police Volunteers (EPV)

The Edgewater Police Volunteers is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. The ever-growing group of Edgewater Police Volunteers (EPV) provide services to the residents of Edgewater such as:

VACATION HOUSE WATCH PROGRAM
NIGHTLY BUSINESS CHECKS
WANDERERS ASSIST PROGRAM
SCHOOL ZONE/TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

Vacation House Watch Program

Residents simply complete a Vacation House Watch form providing needed information to assist in keeping your home safe during your absence. EPV members frequently check the security of your home and report any unusual or criminal activity to the police. The Vacation House Watch request form may be acquired in the lobby of Edgewater Police Department located at 135 East Park Avenue – Open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM or online by clicking the Vacation House Watch PDF.

Citizens may contact EPV Sergeant David Soltz at (386) 409-4791 for further information.

Nightly Business Checks

EPVs patrol area businesses, big and small, for any signs of criminal activity, unsecured doors, etc. If problems are discovered, police assistance is requested and business owners/contacts are notified. Business owners/operators are requested to contact the EPV office with emergency contact information related to their business such as: names, addresses and phone numbers of personnel who can respond to the business should law enforcement request it.

Business owners/managers are requested to keep this information current and up to date with our agency by emailing it to police@cityofedgewater.org or by emailing Sergeant David Soltz at dsoltz@cityofedgewater.org

Wanderers Assist Program

Developed to assist law enforcement in the search and recovery of elderly/endangered individuals, individuals with autism, residents who become confused, lost or may have a tendency to "wander" away from home due to some variant of mental incapacity. A photograph of the loved one, as well as pertinent medical and physical identifying information is maintained on our secure agency database. In the event a person in the Wanderers Program is reported missing or lost, information can immediately be accessed and broadcast to all Edgewater Police Officers and other emergency personnel to assist in their speedy and safe recovery.

Anyone interested in signing up a family member/loved one can contact Sergeant David Soltz at (386) 409-4791.

School Zone/Traffic Management

Edgewater Police and several members of the EPV conduct school zone traffic assistance, every school day, twice a day. The EPVs provide manpower to assist in the easier and safer flow of traffic at both Indian River Elementary and Edgewater Elementary Schools. In addition to school zone traffic assistance, EPV members frequently assist emergency personnel at scenes of traffic accidents, lane closures, obstructions, traffic hazards, etc., again providing extra personnel when it's most greatly needed.

City of Edgewater/Edgewater Police Community Events

Edgewater Police Volunteers frequently participate in both City of Edgewater and Edgewater Police Department community events by providing traffic and parking assistance for the influx of event attendees. Some of the special events you will see EPVs at include 4th of July, Edgewater Christmas Parade, Local Concerts, Bike Week, and Biketoberfest events. EPVs also assists local agencies with large events that bring in millions of visitors each year.

Additional Information:

Edgewater Police Volunteer Association is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Donations may be made at any time to help with the crime prevention programs and purchase much needed equipment, uniforms and supplies. Donations may be sent to:
 

Edgewater Police Department/E.P.V.A.

P.O. Box 100

Edgewater Florida, 32132

Checks/Money Orders: Edgewater Police Volunteers Association

If you or someone you know would like to become involved in your community by being an Edgewater Police Volunteer, please contact:

Sergeant David Soltz via email at dsoltz@cityofedgewater.org or 386-409-4791