City of Cedar Rapids IA : Linn County Law Enforcement to host Coffee with a Cop on Monday, January 9, 2017, for Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

On Monday, January 9, 2017, between 7:00 - 9:00 a.m. law enforcement officers from Cedar Rapids Police Department, Linn County Sheriff's Office and Iowa State Patrol will be at Zio Johno's, 1125 1st Avenue SE, for Law Enforcement Appreciation Day.

All community members are invited to attend.

This Coffee with a Cop is being sponsored by Zio Johno's to celebrate Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (L.E.A.D.). According to the Concerns of Police Survivors organization, 'L.E.A.D. was created to show support for law enforcement officers nationwide. In light of recent negativity directed toward law enforcement nationally, there is a need to show law enforcement officers that our citizens recognize the difficult and sometimes impossible career they have chosen, in public service to us all. Those citizens who appreciate law enforcement and are discouraged about the negative attention being given to law enforcement are encouraged to take time on January 9, to show their support.'

Law enforcement officers from Cedar Rapids Police Department, Linn County Sheriff's Office and Iowa State Patrol will be available to talk with community members about any issues or concerns that citizens may have in their neighborhood while enjoying a cup of coffee and a delicious cinnamon roll!

The majority of contacts law enforcement has with the public happen during emergencies, or emotional situations. Those situations are not always the most effective times for relationship building with the community, and some community members may feel that officers are unapproachable on the street. Coffee with a Cop breaks down barriers and allows for a relaxed, one-on-one interaction.

LAW ENFORCEMENT APPRECIATION DAY - COFFEE WITH A COP EVENT

DATE: Monday, January 9, 2017

TIME: 7:00-9:00 a.m.

LOCATION: Zio Johno's, 1125 1 Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids