What is a Block Captain?
The Block Captain and the Alternate/Co-Block Captain are liaisons between the NCW group and the police department. They make sure the map and the roster are complete and the NCW signs are purchased and installed. They also schedule NCW meetings at least once a year, maintain a current membership roster and map, and distribute Crime Alert Bulletins when provided by the police department. Many groups rotate the Block Captain and Alternate responsibilities.
What is a Co-Block Captain?
The Co-Block Captain is an alternate for when the Block Captain is unavailable. The Block Captain(s) and Co-Captain(s) may also choose to divide responsibilities between themselves.
How many Block Captains/Co-Block Captains should I have?
We recommend having at least one Block Captain and one Co-Block Captain. However, you may choose to have multiple Block Captains and/or Co-Block Captains. Contact the specialist for your district to receive recommendations on the number of block captains your community should have.
How do I apply to be a Block Captain/Co-Block Captain
Use the form on this page to apply to be a Block Captain or Co-Block Captain. Applicants will undergo a brief background check before being confirmed as a Block Captain or Co-Block Captain.
By applying for the Block Captain or the Alternate Block Captain you will be acting as a liaison to the Fremont Police Department. In this capacity a certain level of trust by neighbors is paramount, therefore the police department will conduct Police Records and a Sex Offender File Check prior to recognizing the applicant as Block Captain or Alternate Block Captain.