The City of Chestermere is setting its policing priorities for the coming year after hearing from hundreds of residents who want more focus on traffic safety and property crime prevention. Following a survey conducted in March 2026, the city identified three top goals: improving road safety, addressing property crime, and maintaining a visible police presence in the community.
A total of 483 residents participated in the public engagement process. Many expressed concerns about speeding in residential areas and near schools, as well as dangerous driving. These traffic-related issues were the most frequently raised topics by those who took part in the survey.
The Chestermere RCMP is already working to address these concerns through proactive patrol operations. On March 25, 2026, officers arrested a man in Kinniburgh Bay and recovered stolen catalytic converters after catching a suspect in the act. Detachment Commander Staff Sgt. Kathy Klassen has emphasized that these types of patrols and rapid responses are central to the department’s strategy for keeping the community safe.
Local support also plays a role in these efforts, with the Chestermere Citizens On Patrol acting as an additional set of eyes and ears to report suspicious activity. Furthermore, Mayor Shannon Dean has been meeting with community groups, such as the Chestermere Lake Middle School Parent Council, to discuss local policing and the community support officer program.
The city’s Governance and Priorities Committee will meet at 1 p.m. on April 21, 2026, at City Hall to review the survey feedback. This meeting will determine the next steps for finalizing the policing priorities for the 2026-27 fiscal year. As the community continues to grow, with a population that reached 31,671 in 2025, municipal leaders are focusing on ensuring these strategies keep pace with local needs.
Additionally, Chestermere City Council is pushing to improve support for frontline staff by advocating for changes that would provide better workplace injury coverage for community peace officers.
