Westwood is proud to have one of the most active Citizens On Patrol Programs in Cincinnati.

Citizens on Patrol first deployed in 1997 in three test neighborhoods, the program has expanded into 24 of the cities 52 neighborhoods with an additional unit patrolling City Parks. Volunteers patrol their neighborhoods, acting as the eyes and ears of the police. Patrols concentrate around problem areas aiding the police by increasing visibility. COPP units deter crime by their mere presence and visibility to the general public.

Using police radios and cell phones team members are able to communicate directly with officers and report crimes in progress. Much of the COPP units function however, is the reporting of quality of life issues. By locating and reporting issues that contribute to criminal activity, these teams are able to fix the proverbial “Broken Window.”

All members have completed a basic class with twelve hours of class training and an 8 hour ride-a-long with a police officer and attend additional ongoing training throughout the year.

COPP units have been deployed for special events, such as the Labor Day fireworks, Riverfront Stadium implosion and support duties during other neighborhood events. COPP units were also able to free up officers from fixed post guard duties during the civil unrest of 2001 allowing as many as 10 additional officers to be fielded for patrol duty.

Westwood's COPP is always looking for volunteers. Interested individuals should contact contact us at WestwoodCOP@aol.com.

Westwood COPP Forms

• Citizens On Patrol Program application
• Right of Entry for Graffiti Removal Request
• Right of Entry Letter
• Car Theft Poster
• Rules Regarding Bench Advertising

Contacts

24/7 Public Service - 591-6000
• Dead Animal
• Graffiti Removal
• Green Space
• Junk Cars
• Potholes
• Pavement
• Snow and Ice
• Waste Collection
• Street Signs
• Street Sweeping
• Traffic Lights
• Trees Down
• Yard Waste
• Much More!

Curfew Violations and Non-emergency Police Calls
765-1212

*This organization is not directly affiliated with the Westwood Civic Association. The WCA provides this information to the citizens of Westwood as a public service.