PARMA, Ohio -- Parma police for the first time was named Ohio’s Police Department of the Month.

The Ohio Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) designated Parma for the month of October.

“It’s great to be recognized,” Parma Police Chief James I. Blair said. “OACP does this award every month. You have to actually apply by sending in all the work that your department has done throughout the year.

“The recognition basically highlights the work of our officers, dispatchers, civilian staff, corrections officers and auxiliary officers who participate in community outreach.”

The chief said the accolade reflects his department’s commitment to building strong, trusting relationships with residents, schools and businesses through community engagement initiatives.

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