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Along with communities across the country, Powell will recognize National Faith and Blue Weekend Oct. 8-10.
“The National Faith and Blue Weekend is based on the premise that strong …
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Along with communities across the country, Powell will recognize National Faith and Blue Weekend Oct. 8-10.
“The National Faith and Blue Weekend is based on the premise that strong communities are built on mutual respect, trust and understanding,” said Powell Police Chief Roy Eckerdt.
The chief delivered a virtual message to local churches on Sunday, kicking off Faith and Blue events in Powell.
The Powell City Council was scheduled to present a resolution in support of the initiative during its meeting Monday evening.
On Friday night, the Powell Police Department and Powell Athletic Roundtable will host a tailgate party at Panther Stadium beginning at 5 p.m., prior to the Panther football game. Donations will be accepted for the roundtable, which supports local athletes and teams.
“Come out to the tailgate party, visit with the officers and enjoy the barbecue, then cheer on our Powell Panthers,” Eckerdt said.
Faith and Blue Weekend continues with a community prayer and worship celebration at 2 p.m. Sunday at Homesteader Hall at the Park County Fairgrounds. Local pastors will offer prayer over specific aspects of the community.
“Law enforcement agencies and faith-based groups are key pillars of a local community, and when they work together, communities thrive,” Chief Eckerdt said in his message to churches.
The police chief said he considers himself fortunate to serve the Powell community.
“The Powell Police Department is blessed to have a community that supports us as we carry out our duties,” Eckerdt said. “This could not be said for all jurisdictions.”
He said this type of strong relationship does not just happen.
“It is built over time with a focus on positive relationships and communication,” Eckerdt said.
Around the community and along Bent Street, blue lights are shining as a visual display of residents’ support for law enforcement.
Some of the lights have been part of a separate, nationwide effort, Project Blue Light, which aims to show support for officers who have died in the line of duty and those who currently serve their communities.
Chief Eckerdt noted that many people in Powell have installed blue lights on their porches.
“It has been noticed and is appreciated,” he said.
National Faith and Blue Weekend represents major national law enforcement groups and different faith traditions. For more information, visit faithandblue.org.
