April 2026
09 Apr 2026
Dear Members and Friends of WSCPA,
Believe it or not, we are already through the first quarter of 2026 and spring is right around the corner! I know you’re all plugging away on everything put before you but thank you for taking a few minutes to read through this month’s newsletter.
Oh, and before I forget, HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!
Don’t worry, you didn’t forget one of those important dates in your personal life, but did you know that April 1, 2026 marks our 50th anniversary as an organization?! Thank you for being a part of this organization with us and for everything you do to keep your communities safe and enjoyable for the people who live and visit there! Now, back to your regularly scheduled programming.
What We’ve Been Up To:
Earlier this month, your Board of Directors braved EVERY element thrown at them by Mother Nature to meet for our annual planning retreat. We welcomed Sergeant Aaron Cohen (Mount Vernon Police Department) to the Board, worked on building out this year’s training calendar and discussed membership and development goals.
(actual photo of I-90 in NOT spring)
BREAKING NEWS!
For years, Region 2 has represented both Snohomish and King Counties. At this year’s Board Retreat, we discussed the bandwidth required for a director to effectively assist this large geographical area and we ultimately decided to break them into two separate regions. Snohomish County is now Region 2, and King County is now Region 3.
Check Your Region: Every region number has bumped up by one. Please see our updated WSCPA Region map to confirm your new designation!
Welcome to Your New Digital Home!
We are thrilled to officially pull back the curtain on the brand-new Washington State Crime Prevention Association website! We’ve redesigned everything to make it easier for you to connect, learn, and grow with us.[Click Here to Renew Your 2026 Membership]
What’s New for You:
- Seamless Event Registration: Sign up for our latest sessions in seconds. Head over to the Upcoming Events tab to see our full calendar of internal trainings (Conference Registration coming soon!)
- Promote Your Events: We want to help you spread the word! Paid members can now submit and advertise their own events directly through our Community Events tab.
- Exclusive Member Directory: Paid members now have access to contact information for fellow members, making professional networking simpler than ever.
- Pro-Tip: To make the most of the new directory, please log in and update your profile. This ensures your contact information is current and helps your peers find you!
- Support & Sponsorship: We are now offering sponsorship opportunities for companies looking to support our mission! Partners can have their company logo featured directly on our webpage. Check out our Sponsorship & Support tab to see how you can get involved.
Crime Prevention Thursdays:
Our next feature in the ongoing Crime Prevention Thursday series is scheduled for April 16th at 11:00am PST. This month, we have the opportunity to hear from Stephanie Hynes (Renton Police Department/Battle of the Badges organizer) to discuss community engagement ideas and how to successfully plan for them. Attendees will also be able to share information about any upcoming events that they are working on or can just fire away with questions about something they are looking to start.
To register for this and future Crime Prevention Thursday sessions, please register here.
Upcoming Trainings:
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) Certification Course
- May 12-14, 2026 – Ellensburg, WA (Hosted by Ellensburg Police Department)
- August 11-13, 2026 – Vancouver, WA (Hosted by Vancouver Police Department)
Click here for more information about these trainings and how to register
48th Annual WSCPA Crime Prevention & Community Engagement Conference 2026
- October 26-28, 2026 – Leavenworth, WA (Icicle Village Resort)
48th Annual Conference: Call for Committee Members
We seek your assistance and participation in shaping what our upcoming conference will look like. If you are interested in being part of the conference planning committee, please email us directly at info@wscpa.net
48th Annual Conference: Call for Speakers
Do you have a program or initiative that your colleagues would benefit from knowing about? How about a case study of Crime Prevention or Community Engagement in action. How can what you’ve done in your community or for your industry be replicated in other communities? Bottom line, would you like to be a presenter at our upcoming conference? We are accepting proposals for speakers and topics for our October conference. Submissions are now open and will remain open until July 31, 2026. The conference Committee will send out acceptance notices by August 10, 2026. For more information and to submit proposals. Email us at info@wscpa.net with "Conference" in the subject line.
Dues Reminder: Your 2026 Membership Awaits!
Thank you to everyone who has already renewed. If you haven't yet, please renew today to keep your benefits active and support our mission.
Why renew? Your 2026 membership now includes:
- Exclusive Networking: Access our new Member Directory and the Glue Up mobile app (Available on the App Store and Google Play) to connect with peers instantly.
- Event Promotion: Paid members can now advertise their own community events directly on our new website.
- Deep Discounts: Continue receiving 15% off all training courses and our Annual Conference.
- Resource Library: 24/7 access to our "Members Only" vault of crime prevention videos and training materials.
- Regional Support: Direct access to a Liaison for best practices and info-sharing in your specific area.
Projects You’re Working On?
Are you working on anything in your community that you’d like to share with other members? Big or small, we would be interested in hearing about projects that you are involved in – maybe it is something one of your partners can use in their efforts!
The video below highlights a partnership between a local police department and a retirement community to address graffiti in their neighborhood.
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Thank you for all you do. Take Care and Stay Safe!
Adam Walker
At Large Director, Washington State Crime Prevention Association
Community Service Officer, Mount Vernon Police Department