Welcome to the Sykesville Police Department’s Web Page    The Sykesville Police Department is headed by Chief John R. Williams, Jr. with a staff of seven Officers and one Administrative Assistant   Click for the results of the Speed Survey November 2009   There will be two public hearings on the proposed Speed Monitoring Systems ordinance during the Mayor & Town Council meetings at the Town House the meetings start at 7 pm Monday January 25, 2010 Monday February 8, 2010 click for the proposed ordinance the circles above indicate a .5 mile radius click for the Snow Emergency web site   The Sykesville Police Department would like to remind all residents and visitors of the importance of driving slowly and carefully through our town.  Please remember to watch your speed at all times.  The posted speed limit in most of our community is 25 miles per hour.  Remember, Maryland law requires all vehicles come to a complete stop at stop signs.  This is especially important in our residential areas due to the increased vehicular traffic as well as our heavy pedestrian traffic.   Drivers share our roads with families walking, joggers out for a run and children riding their bikes.  And, as the holiday season approaches, more children may be walking or riding bikes on our roads during school break, December 23rd through January 3rd.    Take extra precaution during this time, as our children will be out and about.  Note that all pedal cyclists (bicyclists) are required by law to wear a helmet.   Please partner with the Sykesville Police Department; together we can keep our “community safe”. Officers are on duty after the normal business hours and on weekends. Sykesville Police Department 7547 Main Street Sykesville MD  21784 (410) 795-0757 Phone                        (410) 795-8864 Fax   TO CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT DURING ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE HOURS Administrative Office Hours:  Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Telephone:  (410) 795-0757 FAX          :  (410) 795-8864 Email Address:  policeadmin@sykesville.net   TO CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AFTER ADMINISTRATIVE WORKING HOURS For a POLICE OFFICER to respond at any time, dial (410) 386-3000.  This number will connect you to the Maryland State Police Dispatcher who will send a Sykesville Police Officer or an officer from another agency to your location.   IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY DIAL 911 at any time    Click for information on Michael Blair Award Click for POLICE PRESS RELEASES AND OTHER INFORMATION   Click for WEEKLY POLICE LOGS    Click for INFORMATION ON THE SYKESVILLE AUXILIARY POLICE UNIT The Sykesville Auxiliary Police Unit is seeking dedicated citizens to join our team of volunteers to assist and augment the Town of Sykesville Police Department.  Candidates must be at least 21, possess a Maryland driver’s license with an excellent driving record and have a high school diploma or equivalent and no criminal record.  Finalists will also participate in an interview process. Auxiliary Police Unit members are expected to donate ten hours each month as well as attend the End of Month Sunday evening meeting.  The position will take away some of your free time, but the great feeling of helping people in our Community will be your reward!  Interested adults may obtain an application at the Sykesville Police Department, 7547 Main Street, between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. For details, call 410-795-0757. Meet the Staff
John R. Williams, Jr. Chief of Police in Sykesville.	Debbie L. Spittel Administrative Assistant
(left to right)  Chief Williams, Sgt. Kilgore, Cpl. Lewis, Off. Vandyke, Pfc. Jenkins, Pfc. Robinson & Pfc. Kurtz
Sgt. Shawn Kilgore   Cpl. Dave Lewis   PFC. Gary Jenkins Off. Elizabeth Duvall     PFC. Matthew Kurtz   Off. Richard Speake       Pastor “Bud” Brown   Sykesville Auxiliary Unit
NEW OFFICERS The Sykesville Police Department is pleased to announce the hiring of Richard William Speake.  Officer Speake fills the vacancy created by the resignation of PFC Charles Robinson in November 2009.  Officer Speake brings 24 years of law enforcement experience to the Sykesville Police Department.  He served 20 years of distinguished service with the Laurel City Police Department where he was assigned to the Patrol Division, Canine Unit, Criminal Investigations Division and the Emergency Response Team.  Office Speake retired as a sergeant and held supervisory positions for more than 17 years.  The last four years he served as Training Coordinator for the Anne Arundel County Sheriff’s Office.  We are pleased to add another member to our staff with such vast experience and knowledge and look forward to his service to our community.