Community engagement took a front seat as Chief Werner of the Maple Grove Police Department shared a table and insights with members of the MapleRidge Church Legacy Lunch Group. The police department took to social media to express its appreciation for the gathering, capturing the essence of the event. "Always a pleasure to tell the story of our amazing staff, safety in Maple Grove, and the many initiatives in our agency," as stated by the Maple Grove Police Department.

This event is one among many that reflect a growing trend of local law enforcement officers engaging in community outreach, perhaps to foster greater transparency and trust. The Maple Grove Police Department's appearance at the church event emphasized the significance of sharing "the story of our amazing staff," thereby presenting the human faces behind the badges. "Thank you to the MapleRidge Church community for the time with friends over a meal and the prayers for our Police Department!" shared by the Maple Grove Police Department in their official Facebook page.