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One of the elements that makes the Vestavia Hills Police Department different from other police departments is the unyielding and amazing support that we receive from our community. A major component of our community backing comes from the men and women that support our officers with the Vestavia Hills Police Foundation. The Vestavia Hills Police Foundation was the vision of the late Chief of Police, Dan Rary. Chief Rary envisioned a foundation of generous volunteers that would support the public safety mission of the Vestavia Hills Police Department in many different, and occasionally otherwise impossible, ways:

• Dedication and support to officers and their families in times of need
• Provision of resources, equipment, training and special recognition for officers 
• Provision of scholarships and educational opportunities for officers and their children

As Chief of Police, I not only support the vision of Chief Rary, but strive to continuously nurture and strengthen the relationship with our Police Foundation and the community we serve. At the Vestavia Hills Police Department, we fully understand that public safety is a primary community concern. Vestavia Hills community members have consistently reinforced their desire for a safe city that preserves the excellent quality of life that has been ever present since the incorporation of Vestavia Hills in 1950. Through the efforts of the Vestavia Hills Police Foundation, VHPD works hand-in-hand with community members to foster relationships and – together – work toward this common goal.

On behalf of the men and woman of the Vestavia Hills Police Department, I thank the members of the Vestavia Hills Police Foundation for their efforts and all those who support them in their mission.

Shane Ware 
Chief of Police
Vestavia Hills Police Department