March 2023 | Lock Box Program
Winter Springs Police Explorers
The Winter Springs Police Department Explorer Post #708 is a group of young men and women, ages 14-20, that are interested in Law Enforcement and serving their community. The Explorers engage in law enforcement training, ride along with the officers on patrol, and participate in many community events and programs. The Explorer Post is governed by the Boy Scouts of America and the Winter Springs Police Department.
Program Requirements
- Must be 14-20 years of age
- Must have and maintain a 2.0 GPA
- Must pass a background check
- Must be committed and dedicated
- Must be of a good moral character
Become An Explorer
If you or someone you know is interested in becoming an Explorer, please email the following information below to Thomas Ballew at tballew@winterspringsfl.org
- Full Name
- Email Address
- Telephone Number
- Mailing Address
- School Name
- Birth Date
If you have any questions or need any additional information, please contact Community Relations at 407-327-8976 or email tballew@winterspringsfl.org
Safety Tip: Lock Box
The Lock Box program is intended to provide Police, Fire, and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) access to your residence in the event of an emergency where you are unable to open the door.
A key to your residence will be stored in a secure metal storage device, similar to a realtor's lockbox, near the entrance to your residence. The access code to the lockbox will only be available to Police, Fire, or EMS personnel and used only during an emergency.
Who is eligible?
City of Winter Springs residents, although the program is targeted towards community members age 55 and older, or disabled persons who live alone and/or have major medical issues.
How much does it cost?
There is no charge to participate in the program if you meet the established targeted criteria. All participants will have to provide a spare key to be used in the lockbox.
How do I know this is safe?
A police officer from the police department will install and demonstrate how the lock operates and will answer any questions you may have. The four-digit combination on the lockbox will only be available to responding emergency personnel and will be reset to a new combination if utilized.
Questions?
Please contact Officer Thomas Ballew at 407-327-8976 or tballew@winterspringsfl.org
Citizen’s Advisory Committee
The Winter Springs Police Department wants your input at our Citizen Advisory Committee meeting. The CAC meets the second Wednesday during the months of September through May. The CAC does not meet during the summer months. Come join us and meet community leaders, discuss community issues with the Police Department staff officers, and learn more about taking an active role in the security of your community.
The CAC meets at the Winter Springs Police Department (300 N. Moss Rd) at 6:30 pm. Everyone who attends is encouraged to ask questions and talk about what is going on in their neighborhood. Light refreshments are served.
