As part of another great community collaboration between the Akron Newstead Rotary Club, Akron Lion’s Club and the Village of Akron Police Department, the Akron PD is now equipped with a high-quality police outfitted E-bike to assist with patrolling and responding to emergencies during special events and on the community bike path that is heavily used by Akron, Newstead, and Clarence residents. Pictured is Rotary President Jacob Halleck, Officer AJ Patterson, Akron PD, and Rotary Secretary Tim Martin.“As our newly appointed Rotary President, it has been my pleasure to work with our club, Lion’s President Jeff Bono, and Officer Patterson from Akron PD to research, outfit and provide funding for this E-bike that Akron’s finest can utilize to keep our many community events and bike path safe. We have read recently that surrounding municipalities are working with the Sheriff’s to get similar patrols out on their sections of bike paths, and many community leaders have been sharing concerns over residents safety because of the increased e-bike traffic and arising issues. We are very excited to bring Akron ahead of the curve and make our local department an example for surrounding departments as well. Community safety is always a priority, and we are very happy to contribute to that goal!” - Akron Rotary President, Jacob Halleck
PHOTO (L to R): Akron-Newstead Rotary President Jacob Halleck, Officer AJ Patterson, Akron PD, and Rotary Secretary Tim Martin.