Thanks to a couple of grants, the Taylorville Police Department has four additional bicycles that it will use in a variety of ways.

Mayor Kristie Overson described the bikes, two of which were displayed in the Council Chambers at the May 7 City Council meeting. They were purchased thanks to grants aimed at assisting with the patrol of retail centers and along the Jordan River Parkway.

“We’re so excited that our police department is creative in looking for grants and ways we can enhance our tools to help the community,” Mayor Overson said.

Officers also brought out the new bikes and rode them for fun at the Taylorsville Parks and Recreation’s recent Ride, Roll & Stroll community event where residents gathered with their own wheels — including bicycles, skates, scooters and even strollers. The event brought all those attending for a morning together on the parkway.

In addition to using bikes to patrol the river and Taylorsville shopping complexes, TVPD also uses them during public events such as Taylorsville Dayzz. The bicycles allow for greater mobility and accessibility in parks, trails and congested areas, which can result in faster response times and closer community interaction compared to patrol cars.

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Employee of the Month

Congratulations to Officer Coon, who is Taylorsville Police Department’s latest Employee of the Month! Officer Coon currently serves in our Patrol Division, where he plays a critical role in maintaining public safety through proactive policing and responding to calls for service. 

He brings five years of law enforcement experience to the department, with the past two years spent serving the Taylorsville community. Before joining TVPD, Officer Coon served with the Tooele City Police Department. Throughout his career, he has held several key roles, including Field Training Officer, member of the Tooele County Major Crimes and Drug Task Force and participant in the Tooele County SWAT team. 

His commitment to specialized units has continued at TVPD, where he is now a member of the department’s SWAT team. Officer Coon’s experience and dedication demonstrate a deep commitment to service, responsibility and tactical readiness. The nature of patrol work is often fast-paced and demanding, and a recent incident exemplifies Officer Coon’s professionalism and ability to perform under pressure. 

Officer Coon was responding to a call involving an individual who was armed with a knife and experiencing a severe mental health crisis. The person had made disturbing statements indicating an intent to provoke “suicide by cop.” With exceptional calm and skill, Officer Coon used verbal communication and de-escalation techniques to safely engage the individual. His actions created the time and space needed for other officers to coordinate a response, ultimately leading to a peaceful resolution without injuries. 

Outside of work, Officer Coon enjoys golfing, hunting and spending time with his family. Thank you, Officer Coon, for your outstanding service, dedication and continued commitment to our community.