The Sagadahoc County Sheriff's Department continues to embrace a bold and new philosophy in our approach to policing within our county. Community Policing has helped our department forge a new era in policing as we head into the new millenium. In the last four years, our deputies have formed numerous partnerships with communities, schools, clergy, social service providers, senior citizens, youth, and the general public.

Our goal since I was elected Sheriff in 1992, is to continue to have a positive influence in our communities. Quality of life issues are the utmost importance and an area that I take particular interest. In today's ever changing society, Law Enforcement has had to realize that we alone cannot solve all of the communities' problems.

By establishing community partnerships and encouraging problem solving, the community partners and deputies are addressing a plethora of issues and situations in Sagadahoc County communities that are making our towns and cities safer places in which to raise our children and live peacefully.

This philosophy could not have been embraced without the dedication and support of not only our Deputy Sheriff's, but also the public that we serve. Our men and women are a dedicated group of professionals, finding solutions for tomorrows problems.

As the Sheriff of Sagadahoc County, I feel fortunate to live and work in a county that embraces and encourages the many partnerships that have evolved, positively impacting a quality standard of living and life.

I encourage you to surf our award winning web site for information and detail as to how YOU can bring our philosophy to your agency or community. Please do not hesitate to E mail, call or write for information.

Thank You, Sheriff Mark A. Westrum