Commissioner's Office

Women’s Advocates 45th Anniversary Luncheon

Breaking the cycle of domestic violence is an important part of the mission of Women’s Advocates, and DPS shares that commitment. DPS Commissioner John Harrington and other DPS leaders joined the group for their 45th anniversary luncheon and discussed ways to walk with survivors of domestic violence. We are working to help break the cycle of domestic violence, not only during this Domestic Violence Awareness Month, but throughout the year.

MDRA Conference

Improving how we operate so we can better serve Minnesotans.

That is what Department of Public Safety and DVS leaders were focusing on Sept. 20 at the Minnesota Deputy Registrar Association Conference. DPS and DVS leaders spoke with deputy registrars about their businesses and what’s in store for the next year.

We are excited to continue improving on our service to Minnesotans.

DPS-DVS representatives speak at the MDRA conference
DPS-DVS representatives at the MDRA conference

Anoka County Sheriff's Office Open House

A favorite part of our job is meeting people, hearing their stories, and talking about traffic safety and how we can all work together to make Minnesota roads safer.

Thanks to the Anoka County Sheriff's Office for letting us take part in their recent open house.

An open house visitor poses for a picture with a state patrol pilot and a helicopter A visitor poses with a state trooper
A trooper poses with the sheriff and another woman

National Latino Police Officer’s Association National Conference Banquet

It was an honor to attend the National Latino Police Officer’s Association national conference banquet this weekend.

DPS Commissioner John Harrington received a leadership excellence award for community engagement and volunteer service.

State Patrol Trooper Pete Ortega was honored for his help with putting on the national convention.

It’s our privilege to serve the people of Minnesota.

DPS Commissioner John Harrington received a leadership excellence award for community engagement and volunteer service
State Patrol Trooper Pete Ortega was honored for his help with the National Latino Police Officer’s Association nat
DPS representatives at the National Latino Police Officer’s Association national conference banquet

Shreya Dixit Walk

Commissioner Harrington, Office of Traffic Safety director Mike Hanson and troopers from the Minnesota State Patrol took part in the annual Shreya Dixit walk on Aug. 10.

Shreya was a passenger in a vehicle and died when the driver lost control of the vehicle and crashed. The walk raises awareness for distracted driving.

Learn more at the Shreya R. Dixit Memorial Foundation website.

State troopers at the Shreya Dixit walk
Attendees at the Shreya Dixit walk
DPS representatives at the Shreya Dixit walk
State troopers under the MSP tent at the Shreya Dixit walk

Farmfest

Commissioner Harrington had a great time Aug. 8 at Farmfest in Redwood County.

He learned about the issues facing Minnesota farmers and rural Minnesotans and also had a chance to meet with Minnesota Farmers Union President Gary Wertish.

DPS Commissioner John Harrington and Minnesota Farmers Union President Gary Wertish

National Night Out

Thanks to everyone who stopped out to say hi in downtown St. Paul. And a special thanks to Gov. Tim Walz for joining us.

We love meeting the Minnesotans we serve.

Visitors at the DPS booth during National Night Out in St. Paul

Gov. Tim Walz talks with Col. Matt Langer at the State Patrol booth during National Night Out in St. Paul

Visit the DPS Facebook page to see more photos.

Fisherman's Picnic in Grand Marais

DPS was at the 90th Annual Fisherman’s Picnic that ran Aug. 1-4 in Grand Marais. Representatives from a variety of DPS divisions were available to answer questions and show Minnesotans what DPS does to make them safer.

DPS representatives at the annual Fisherman's Picnic in Grand Marais
Visitors talking with DPS representatives at the annual Fisherman's Picnic

American Indian Month in Minnesota

May was American Indian Month in Minnesota. Nicole Archbold, our community affairs director, attended an open house at the Native American Community Clinic in Minneapolis. The open house was one of many community celebrations held to recognize the 50th Anniversary of American Indian Month.

Nicole Archbold at the Native American Community Clinic open house in Minneapolis

Pictured left to right are: Carol LaFleur, Metro Transit Outreach; Abdirahman Muse, Metropolitan Council member; Anthony Stately, CEO Native American Community Clinic; Robert Lilligren, Metropolitan Council member and executive director, Native American Community Development Institute; Nicole Archbold, DPS.

Cinco de Mayo

We had a great time with Department of Public Safety Commissioner John Harrington in May spending time and meeting people in the community during the Cinco de Mayo parade.

Thanks to everyone who stopped to say hello.

State troopers walking in a Cinco de Mayo parade

DPS Commissioner John Harrington walking in a Cinco de Mayo parade

Intercultural Mutual Assistance Association (IMAA) Walk Around the World

We had a great time at the Intercultural Mutual Assistance Association (IMAA) Walk Around the World event at Rochester Community Technical College.

Troopers met hundreds of people and pinned a lot of youth with Junior Trooper badges. Thanks to IMAA for inviting us!

A trooper talking to visitors at the Intercultural Mutual Assistance Association Walk Around the World

A trooper with visitors at the Intercultural Mutual Assistance Association Walk Around the World

Law Enforcement Torch Run

The numbers are in! Law enforcement participating in this year’s Torch Run raised $50,000 for Special Olympics Minnesota. The Torch Run program has raised $700 million worldwide since it started in 1981 and the BCA is a proud participant. More information is available on the Special Olympics Minnesota website