Wayne Walli, Chief of Police
1100 Atlantic Street
Milford, MI 48381-2075

Non-Emergency: (810) 684-1815

Wayne Walli, Chief of Police

The Milford Police are a Department of the Milford Village government. We contract full police services to the Township of Milford as well.

Non-Emergency and administrative inquiries [see note below]: (810) 684-1815

Emergency and urgent calls to the Milford Police Department should be made by dialing 9-1-1; except that calls from cellular service should be directed through the administrative number 684-1815. 9-1-1 on cellular systems is free, but calls are directed through the nearest State Police post. These calls will be delayed, because the information must be gathered manually before your police department is notified.

MISSION
The mission of the Milford Police Department is that "Every member will seek and find ways to promote, preserve and deliver quality services, safety and a feeling of security to our community."

ORGANIZATION OF PERSONNEL
The Chief of Police directs 12 full time sworn officers, who provide 24 hour, 365 day service and response. The officers are are well equipped and well trained, and are held to the highest standards of the police profession.

Two part time officers provide additional support, including selective traffic enforcement; reinforcement for peak times; and additional emergency response capability.

One ordinance officer is responsible for enforcement of non-criminal matters, including parking regulations and zoning ordinances. The Ordinance Officer also oversees the school crossing guards, under the direction of a sergeant.

One civilian secretary/clerk provides records and informational services, and acts as liaison to the public. The clerk of the Police Department prepares permit and employment applications, and official Department correspondence.

Five dispatchers provide complete E 9-1-1 communications services.

Fourteen reserve officers augment the strength of road patrol, provide support for parades and special events, and act as an important liaison to the community. The Milford Police Reserves are one of Michigan's oldest police auxiliary units, formed in 1950. The reserves meet the same standards of training as the regular officers. There is a waiting list of applicants for this prestigious position.

MORE ISSUES
· The village and township have some variations in their respective ordinances. A notable example is the issue of firearms and hunting.
· The township ordinance allows target shooting and some hunting, with certain regulations that vary according to land use.
· Open burning of brush and leaves, is allowed in the township: during daylight hours only; continuously   attended; and with permission appropriate to fire risk criteria.
· Small campfires only may be allowed by special permission, also dependent on fire risk.
· Discharge of BB & pellet guns in the village is prohibited.
· Skateboards, rollerblades and bicycles are not allowed on the sidewalks downtown on Main Street, between Commerce and Liberty; or in Center Street Park.
· Vehicles must stop for pedestrians in the crosswalks downtown.
· In the township, dogs must be under control. In the village, dogs must be on a leash.

COURTS
The Village and Township of Milford are served by the 6th Judicial Circuit, located in the City of Pontiac, County of Oakland; and the District Court is 52-1, located in the City of Wixom.

ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS
The Milford Police Department is active in community programs, including the DARE program in three elementary schools; and an extensive involvement in PAL, with three teams under the name of the Milford Mustangs. PAL relies heavily on the volunteerism of officers and employees, and corporate donations and sponsorship.