Wednesday, February 19, 2014

Weekly Tip - Why APD Uses Multiple Platforms to Communicate


While we always say, "Dial 9-1-1 for emergencies", there are many ways to engage with the Arcadia Police Department.  And, if you prefer the in-person approach, our Department is located at 250 West Huntington Drive, Arcadia CA 91007, phone 626.574.5150, Information-Records hours 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily.

You may wonder why we use multiple platforms to engage and communicate.  Social platforms may ebb and flow in popularity as technology evolves and as trends move on.  Not all of our community may have a Facebook page or a Twitter account.  Some folks do not even have an actual "land-line" phone anymore.  We won't be able to reach everyone in one message or on any one platform.  This has caused us to participate in a variety of social and communications platforms in order to engage a larger portion of our community.  Each platform has a use and purpose, and all are meant to supplement, not replace, our physical presence and service.  Yes, we may still be knocking on doors and posting flyers should the need arise.

APD Website (ArcadiaPD.org) *Links to all services including Parking Permits, Online Reporting, etc.                                               


Alert LACounty (similar to Alert Arcadia but managed by County Emergency Management)



APD Facebook                                                                                    

APD Smart PhoneApp *Links to most APD platforms and allows for "push" notification


APD Instagram (Photo)                                                                

APD Vine (Video)                                                                             

APD Google+                                                                                     

Nextdoor (Virtual NeighborhoodWatch)                             


Please remember - these APD platforms are not monitored 24/7.  Always dial 9-1-1 for emergencies!                                                                  


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