Helping to protect police services in the city of Broadmoor is essential for fostering a safe and secure community. Strong police services are vital for maintaining law and order, preventing crime, and responding effectively to emergencies. By supporting local police, ensures we have the resources, training, and community backing needed to carry out our duties effectively. This collaboration builds trust and enhances communication between law enforcement and residents, creating a more cohesive community. Ultimately, protecting police services not only safeguards public safety but also empowers residents to actively participate in creating a vibrant, secure environment for everyone in Broadmoor.

• Community Awareness: Sharing crime statistics keeps residents informed about safety trends in their neighborhoods, helping them make educated decisions regarding personal safety and community engagement.
• Resource Allocation: Accurate data enables local authorities to allocate resources effectively, ensuring that law enforcement and community programs are focused on the most pressing crime issues in Broadmoor.
• Trust Building: Transparent reporting fosters trust between law enforcement and the community. When residents feel informed about crime trends, they are more likely to collaborate with police and participate in community safety initiatives.

The mission of the Broadmoor Police Protection district is to serve our community with 24 hour a day police services.

In 1948 the residents of the unincorporated hamlet of Broadmoor, which then was larger than the City of Daly City and extended from about Westlake to South San Francisco, was comprised mostly of farm lands, came together and formed their own police department as a police protection district because services from the San Mateo County Sheriff were not sufficient to meet the needs of the residents. In particular, the Sheriff’s Office was located in Redwood City, where it is still located, some 20 miles south of Broadmoor.

The unincorporated town of Broadmoor boasts the only active police protection district remaining in the State of California.

The governing body of the Broadmoor Police Protection District is a Police Commission of three residents elected at large by the voters of the district. Each commissioner is elected to a term of four years. The presiding officer of the Police Commission is the chairman and is selected annually by a vote of the sitting commissioners. The three commissioners serve without compensation.

The Police Commission selects and appoints only the Chief of Police. The Chief of Police is responsible for hiring all employees of the police department. The Chief of Police also serves as the District Manager.

The Police Commission also sets policy, determines and sets the annual budget, and hears appeals in certain personnel matters.

The police commissioners and the employees of the police department proudly serve the residents of the Broadmoor community.

Our doors are always open to our residents and neighbors.