Buzz with the Fuzz

Host K9 Officer Cody Yard chats with Officer Brian Plantz about the Dakota County Special Operations Team.

Host K9 Officer Cody Yard chats with Fire Inspector Colleen Elvin about the Fire Department and what's involved in becoming a firefighter.

Host K9 Officer Cody Yard chats with Chief Nick Francis about the outcomes of the 2024 service, education, and enforcement goals and what’s ahead for 2025.

Host K9 Officer Cody Yard chats with Investigations Sergeant Adam Keeler. In this episode Cody and Adam discuss his history with the department and the responsibilities of the investigations division.

Host K9 Officer Cody Yard chats with Sergeant Josh Gerving. In this episode Cody and Josh discuss the importance of the department's peer support program.

Host K9 Officer Cody Yard chats with Lynn Jesh the president of the Apple Valley Community Crime Prevention Association. In this episode Cody and Lynn discuss the responsibilities of the AVCCPA and ways you can get involved.

Host K9 Officer Cody Yard chats with Apple Valley Deputy Chief Greg Dahlstrom to discuss Freedom Days and what the police department is doing to keep everyone safe.

Host K9 Officer Cody Yard chats with Valleywood Clubhouse Coordinator Jordan Johnson about operations including selling of alcohol at the golf course.

Host K9 Officer Cody Yard chats with K9 officer Alex Witkowski of the Apple Valley Police Department about all things K9.

Host K9 Officer Cody Yard chats with Apple Valley Deputy Chief Greg Dahlstrom to discuss National Police Week and the Minnesota Law Enforcement Memorial Association.

Police Chief Nick Francis and Embedded Mental Health Professional Kibbie, join host Officer Cody Yard to talk about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and initiatives the department has implemented to support people with ASD.

Apple Valley Sergeant Adam Tschida joins Officer Cody Yard to talk about the community impact unit at the Police Department. Find out more about the Apple Valley Police Department at https://www.applevalleymn.gov/114/Police. Don't forget to subscribe to the Buzz with the Fuzz podcast wherever you get your podcasts.

Apple Valley Crime Prevention Specialist Pam Walter joins Officer Cody Yard to talk about the various community outreach initiatives available through the Police Department. If you would like more information visit https://www.applevalleymn.gov/261/Prevention-Programs-Resources or reach out to Pam at [email protected].

 Welcome to the first Buzz with the Fuzz. Officer Cody Yard chats with Police Chief Nick Francis about the Apple Valley Police Department.