City of Sioux Rapids ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ P.O. Box 473 Sioux Rapids, Iowa 50585 City Hall Phone (712) 283-2737 For immediate release June 23, 2020 Statement from Sioux Rapids Mayor and City Council The City of Sioux Rapids and its Police Department put our community and public safety first, always and especially during these difficult times. A recent incident involving one our officers has resulted in questioning on social media of our practices. It is our responsibility to ensure our police department performs their sworn duties in enforcing the laws, and at the same time adhere to the rule of law. While it is not our practice to comment publicly on internal disciplinary matters, it is important to clarify recent events. Actions are being taken to maintain public trust. Public trust requires investigations of alleged policy violations and for appropriate actions to be taken. A recent incident involved a response to a post on social media by a member of the police representing Sioux Rapids. This is being investigated and will be addressed with the officer. The city will take any and all disciplinary action deemed necessary in this situation. Public trust and accountability are the foundations of policing. When an officer violates that trust, it is our responsibility to ensure that it does not occur again. We are committed to running a police department that respects the rights of every officer and every citizen and guest of our community. In the Valley of Beauty on the Highway of Progress