The Arlington Police Department is warming up the grill again for its annual "Cooking with Cops" event, slated to take place next week at the Dottie Lynn Rec Center, it's an occasion designed to foster closer relationships between law enforcement and the community through a shared love of food.
Set for Thursday, August 29, from 4 pm to 8 pm, attendees can expect a spread of classic cookout fare including burgers and hotdogs with a side of snacks and soft drinks available for the event, as announced on the department's social media channels, demonstrates a continued effort to break bread with residents in a casual, welcoming setting.
In keeping with the community policing approach, this event highlights the department's focus on building trust and rapport outside formal law enforcement activities, the menu items themselves may seem simple, but their real purpose is to serve up a dish of dialogue and understanding between officers and the communities they protect and serve.
Everyone who wants to experience this community policing effort in action is invited to join and indulge in the offerings, as per the Arlington Police Department, "We'll be serving up burgers, hotdogs, snacks, and soft drinks. We hope to see y'all there!" a sentiment that resonates with Arlington's aim to strengthen community ties.
Our next annual Cooking with Cops is next week! 📷
— Arlington, TX Police (@ArlingtonPD) August 19, 2024
Join us at the Dottie Lynn Rec Center on Thursday, August 29, 2024 from 4pm - 8pm. We'll be serving up burgers, hotdogs, snacks, and soft drinks.
We hope to see y'all there! 📷#ArlingtonTX #communitypolicing #cookingwithcops pic.twitter.com/swU6Jx5iWw
