Cohort 4 (January - May 2025)

Deputy Chief Erin B. Weeks

Fairfax, VA

Enhancing Community Safety and Quality of Life - Crime and disorder significantly impact a community’s sense of safety and cohesion, underscoring the need for a comprehensive, data-informed approach that integrates community partnerships, proactive policing, and targeted enforcement to reduce crime and improve overall security. Currently, county agencies often operate in silos, but this initiative has required and will continue to require a collaborative effort among all entities to effectively address these challenges. Successfully combating these issues demands a multifaceted strategy that blends enforcement, prevention, and community engagement.