Traffic / Motor Unit

The mission of the traffic unit is to address traffic issues using education, engineering, and enforcement. Cpl. Gleason identified areas in Moscow with traffic issues and worked with the City of Moscow Street and Engineering Departments. He also worked in conjunction with the Idaho Transportation Department traffic enforcement programs. In 2008 Cpl. Gleason was responsible for 764 traffic stops issuing a total of 190 traffic citations. Warnings given indicated education discretion 76% of all his stops. In addition to his traffic responsibilities he handled over 300 calls for service. For the year 2008 Cpl. Gleason received over $19,000.00 in grant funding used to pay overtime and purchase additional equipment directly related to traffic enforcement from the Idaho Transportation Department.