Juliane Bailey

Review of Town of New Milford Police Dep...

The recently-created position Justin Cullmer has a...

The recently-created position Justin Cullmer has at the NM Police Department as Community Care Coordinator, is a first-ever in CT. It was established by the NM Police Chief and Mayor Pete Bass. Justin, who is readily reached by calling the Police Department, is there to access support resources/agencies at local, regional and state levels for vulnerable folks facing serious challenges, including homelessness, eviction, food insecurity, opioid and mental health issues. His quick, compassionate responsiveness and follow-through is impressive. I watched him respond to a single mother with three children facing potential eviction and was touched by his smarts, knowledge of who can help, and can-do efforts. Thank you to the Mayor and the Police Chief.