Volunteer ambassadors return to help community members and police

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- The CAPS (Community Advancing Public Safety) Volunteer Ambassadors in downtown Colorado Springs and Old Colorado City return this summer to assist community members and police officers beginning Friday, June 18, 2021.

Since 2011, the CAPS Ambassador Program has been a unified collaboration between the Colorado Springs Police Department, the Colorado Springs Fire Department, the Downtown Partnership, the Old Colorado City Partnership, and the merchants and small business owners in both locations. Many reap the benefits of the resources the ambassadors are able to offer and officers appreciate having the extra sets of eyes and ears on the street too.

From June 18 through August 15, the CAPS Ambassadors will be out walking to help community members, meet merchants, and identify safety and logistical issues in order to keep the areas inviting and vibrant.

Easily spotted in their bright green and blue shirts, you can find CAPS Ambassadors Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

For more information about the Ambassador Program or to volunteer please contact Volunteer Coordinator, Stephanie Evitts at 719-444-7441.