Woodward Police Department Honored with Environmental Excellence Award

The Woodward Police Department recently earned statewide recognition for its outstanding commitment to community and environmental stewardship. On November 14th, at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City, the department received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Law Enforcement at the 35th Annual Environmental Excellence Celebration hosted by Keep Oklahoma Beautiful. This prestigious Woodward Police Department Honored with Environmental Excellence Awardaward celebrates law enforcement officers and organizations that go above and beyond to ensure the safety and environmental beauty of Oklahoma.

While the core mission of the Woodward Police Department is to protect and serve, their efforts extend far beyond public safety. Officers actively contribute to a healthy, safe, and sustainable environment, embodying the spirit of community care. From preventing illegal dumping to addressing abandoned property and unsanitary living conditions, the department works tirelessly to maintain the ecological and visual health of Woodward.

And Woodward's officers are not just law enforcers, they are neighbors, mentors, and stewards of the land. Their proactive approach to policing includes community engagement and collaboration with local environmental and public works departments. By reducing blight, intervening in public health concerns, and deterring environmental harm, they ensure that parks, streets, and neighborhoods remain clean, safe, and inviting for residents and visitors alike.

Woodward is a town proud of its heritage, open skies, and natural beauty. The police department's dedication to maintaining that beauty makes them a cornerstone of the community, though most of their efforts are behind the scenes. Their moral courage, resilience, and compassion ensure that Woodward remains a beautiful, livable, and resilient town.

This recognition through Keep Oklahoma Beautiful's Environmental Excellence Celebration is a well-deserved honor for the Woodward Police Department, highlighting the important role law enforcement can play in community and environmental stewardship.