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🚔🎉 April Service Anniversaries – Rutland City Police Department 🎉🚔 Join us in recognizing two outstanding members of the Rutland City Police Department celebrating service milestones this month: 👮‍♀️ Detective Corporal Jax – With over 14 years of service to Rutland City Police, Detective Corporal Jax also previously served with the Rutland County Sheriff’s Office from 2009–2012. Detective Corporal Jax is a dedicated and hardworking member of the team, consistently demonstrating strong investigative skills and a commitment to excellence. 👮‍♂️ Corporal Rice – A lateral transfer from Baltimore County, Maryland, Corporal Rice previously served over 5 years with the Baltimore County Police Department and has now dedicated more than 5 years to serving the Rutland community. Corporal Rice stands out at this department as the President of the local FOP chapter and has dedicated many hours of his personal time to make the Rutland City Police Department a better place to start and continue a career. Their commitment, professionalism, and dedication to the Rutland community do not go unnoticed. Each year of service represents countless hours spent protecting, serving, and building strong relationships. 👏 Thank you both for your continued service and the impact you make every single day. We are proud to stand alongside you congratulations on your milestones, and here’s to many more years serving our community! #RutlandVT #ServiceAnniversary #RCPD #CommunityFirst #ProudToServe #IPMBA #Hiring #police
🚔☀️ BIG THINGS ARE COMING TO DOWNTOWN RUTLAND THIS SUMMER! ☀️🚔 You may have noticed more of our officers out and about lately and that’s no coincidence. We’re gearing up for an exciting summer in downtown Rutland, and we’re committed to making it a safe, welcoming, and vibrant place for everyone to enjoy. Over the coming weeks, the Rutland City Police Department will be meeting with local business owners, community partners, and stakeholders to talk about trends, concerns, and opportunities. Our goal is simple: work together to create the best possible experience for residents, visitors, and businesses alike. 👮‍♂️ More community engagement 🏙️ Strong partnerships with local businesses 🚶‍♀️ Increased foot and bike patrols 🤝 A shared commitment to safety and success 📣 If you own a business in Rutland and haven’t connected with an officer recently, we want to hear from you! Send us a message on this page and we’ll make sure you’re added to our business listserv so you can stay informed and involved. We’re proud of this city and excited for what’s ahead. Keep an eye out for your officers downtown, say hello, and stay tuned because this summer in Rutland is shaping up to be something special. #RutlandVT #communityfirst #IPMBA #DowntownRutland #StrongerTogether #SafeSummer #Marin @downtownrutland Downtown Rutland, Vermont
🔎🕵️‍♀️ Do you know who this is? 🔍🕵️‍♂️ Our neighbors at the Rutland TOWN Police Department need the communitys help identifying a suspect in a fraud investigation they are handling. If our community of internet detectives knows who this individual is, let RTPD Officer Jimmy Plakas know by calling the Rutland TOWN Police Department at 802-772-4327 or you can email him at jimmy.plakas@vermont.gov Please share this post so we can help the Town PD solve this fraud and hold those who commit crimes in our community accountable.
The Rutland City Police Department was proud to take part in the 2026 SkillsUSA Vermont Criminal Justice & Crime Scene Investigation competitions on April 8 🚔🕵️‍♂️ A huge THANK YOU to the Bennington County Sheriffs Department for hosting such an outstanding event! 🙌👏 Students from across Vermont put their skills to the test in realistic, hands-on scenarios from crime scene processing 🔍 to traffic stops 🚓 and did an incredible job 💪 We’re proud of all who competed, and wish the best of luck to those advancing to the SkillsUSA National Championships in Atlanta! 🏆🇺🇸 #atlanta‼️ #championships #🏆🇺🇸 #rutland #rutlandcity
📸 Officer LaGuardia on location Officer LaGuardia stopped by one of Rutland City’s historic buildings recently and snapped this photo a great way to connect with the history that makes our community special. Do you recognize the building? Let us know in the comments 👇 #RutlandCity #CommunityConnection #HistoricRutland #RutlandPD
🚨🐰 RCPD WELCOMES OUR NEWEST OFFICER 🐰🚨 Please join us in welcoming Officer Cottontail to the force! After an extensive background check (and a very thorough carrot inventory audit), we’re happy to report he’s officially hopped on board just in time for Easter. Officer Cottontail brings a unique approach to law enforcement: 🥚 Prefers handing out eggs instead of citations 🏃‍♂️ Undefeated in foot pursuits (seriously… no one’s outrunning him) 🚔 Patrol vehicle replaced with a high-speed hop unit 📋 Known to leave surprise “evidence” baskets on front lawns We’ve also been advised that any suspicious activity involving missing chocolate or jelly beans should be reported immediately… though we may already know the culprit. From all of us here at RCPD, we wish everyone a safe, happy, and egg-stra special Easter! 🌷🐣 Stay safe—and remember… you can run, but you can’t out-hop Officer Cottontail. #eastereggs #easter #Rutlandvt #CommunityPolicing #PublicSafety #BikePatrol #RCPD #ProtectAndServe
Strong community. Strong partnerships. 💪 Today we’re sharing a quick reel from the mats, featuring some of our officers putting in work alongside members of rutland_ajj. One of our own, who also serves as an efcombatives instructor, took the opportunity to roll, train, and exchange knowledge with the team. Training like this builds more than skill it builds trust, respect, and real connections within our community. We’re grateful for the opportunity to learn together and continue growing both on and off the job. Stay safe, Rutland. 👮‍♂️ #safetyfirst #efc #Rutlandvt #notpaid
🚔✨ Better Late Than Never: Throwback Thursday Honoring Women in Law Enforcement ✨🚔 We may be a little late wrapping up Women’s History Month, but it’s never too late to recognize the incredible contributions women have made and continue to make in law enforcement. Today’s throwback takes us back in time here in Rutland City, featuring one of our officers, a classic station wagon cruiser, and a loyal K9 partner 🐾 Things may have looked different back then, but the dedication to serving this community has always stayed the same. We’re proud of the women who helped pave the way and those who continue to wear the badge today at the Rutland City Police Department. 👀 Now let’s make it a challenge… Do you know who the officer is? What is the year, make and model of the cruiser? And can you name the K9? Drop your guesses below! ⬇️ #ThrowbackThursday #BetterLateThanNever #WomensHistoryMonth #GuessWho #RutlandVT #PoliceHistory #K9Unit #RutlandVT
🚔📊 March 2026 Activity Report 📊🚔 The Rutland City Police Department remained busy throughout March, continuing our commitment to public safety, proactive policing, and community engagement. Here’s a look at our activity this month 👇 🔹 1,568 Incidents 🤝 71 CRS Outreach Contacts 🚗 264 Traffic Stops 🚓 8 Traffic Stops Resulting in Arrests 👮 75 Total Arrests 🚨 56 Motor Vehicle Crashes From patrol to outreach, our officers and civilian employees are out there every day working to keep our community safe while building strong relationships with those we serve. As we head into the spring season, you’ll continue to see increased visibility including bike patrols returning soon 🚴‍♂️ Thank you, Rutland, for your continued support. #RutlandVT #CommunityPolicing #PoliceWork #PublicSafety #ServingWithPride
🚴‍♂️ SHIFTING GEARS: NEW PATROL UNITS ROLLING OUT 🚴‍♂️ Due to rising fuel costs, staffing shortages, and our commitment to environmental sustainability. The Rutland City Police Department will be transitioning to a new patrol fleet effective immediately. Please welcome our newest cruisers: 🚲🚲 Officers will now be responding to calls via Bike Patrol Units. These units are: ✅ Fuel efficient ✅ All-terrain capable ✅ Community friendly ✅ Won’t take up parking spaces Residents are reminded: • Do not attempt to “race the cruiser” while it is in service • Please do not ask officers to pop wheelies during traffic stops • Bike bells may be used in place of sirens (please yield accordingly) We appreciate your patience during this transition as we pedal into the future. Happy April Fools’ Day from your friends at RCPD! 😄 🚴‍♂️ On a serious note: Bike Patrol will be returning to the streets soon! Chief Prouty was already out on his bike yesterday, helping kick off the season and getting in some early patrol time. Keep an eye out for more officers on bikes as the weather warms up. #AprilFools #BikePatrol #CommunityPolicing #RCPD #StaySafe #rutlandvt
🚨 Training Opportunity for Law Enforcement 🚨 The Rutland City Police Department is proud to host an Instructor Certification Course with EFC Combatives in Pittsford, VT. 📅 May 3–7, 2027 📍 Vermont Police Academy, Pittsford, VT This course is designed by LEOs, for LEOs and focuses on building real-world skills that improve officer safety while reducing liability. Topics include: • Adult learning methodologies • Defensive positioning & control • Striking fundamentals • Takedowns & apprehension (single & multiple officer) • Weapon-based entanglements • And more 💻 Includes 2 years of access to an online training video library. 💲 Cost: $1,467 per person ⚠️ Limited seats available — these courses fill quickly 👉 While this training is over a year away, we strongly encourage agencies and officers to reserve your spot early. 👮‍♂️ Open to all active law enforcement For more information or to secure your spot: 🌐 www.efcombatives.com #LawEnforcementTraining #OfficerSafety #PoliceTraining #EFCCombatives #VTPolice #TrainToWin
🐾 Hello from Animal Control Officer Sweeney and K9 Nash! K9 Nash wanted to give a friendly reminder that dog registrations are due by April 1st at City of Rutland, City Hall located at 1 Strongs Avenue. All dogs 6 months of age or older that live in the City must be registered with the City Clerk’s Office in accordance with Vermont State law and local ordinance. Stay up to date and help keep our community safe and happy for all pets and their people! Thank you! K9 Nash & Animal Control Officer Sweeney 🐶🐾 #AnimalControl #K9 #RutlandVt
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A City With Heart and Heritage

Rutland is an historic city in Vermont's Green Mountains, known for its family-oriented character and strong civic assets.

  • Excellent schools, colleges, and a major regional hospital

  • Vibrant downtown with shopping, dining, theater, music, and comedy

  • Extensive outdoor recreation including hiking on the Long Trail, skiing and mountain biking at Killington Ski Resort, and access to lakes suited for water sports, camping, and public hunting areas

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A Community that Grows Every Day

The city is home to a diverse permanent population of roughly 16,500, with daytime numbers exceeding 30,000 due to visitors and residents.

  • Located in central Vermont, approximately 20 miles from the New York state line

  • Total area of 7.67 square miles