Coffee with a Cop: Montclair Residents Like Sweet Desserts

The Jersey Tomato Press
Original article HERE

For years, police officers have tried to be “in touch” with the residents they protect and serve.

In Montclair, offering free coffee and conversation has become a local tradition.

On 11/18/16 MPD partnered with B London of the South End of town, many residents came out to the event.

Montclair Police Chief Conforti, Deputy Chiefs Frazzano and Young, 4th Ward Councilwoman Dr. Baskerville, MPD Community Service Unit along with other MPD Officers were in attendance. B London provided sample pastries, and parfaits. We are thankful for our partners at B London for being such gracious host, and providing the tasty treats.

On 11/17/16 MPD held its Inaugural Coffee with a Cop “Senior Edition” at the First Montclair House. MPD Community Service Unit along with Chief Conforti, Deputy Chiefs Frazzano and Young went to First Montclair House to have coffee and conversation with the seniors. This format will be used to engage seniors in the community, in an effort to provide outreach to the entire community. MPD partnered with Trend Coffee and Tea House (411 Bloomfield Avenue) to provide coffee and tea for the event. MPD is truly appreciative of community partners such Trend Coffee and Tea House, which enables us to expand our community outreach.

And, on 11/3/16 MPD partnered with Java Love of Upper Montclair, many residents came out for the event. Chief Conforti, Deputy Chiefs Frazzano and Young, Community Service Unit Officers along with other MPD Officers were in attendance. We appreciate our partners at Java Love, and their willingness to host this event.