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Madison Police introduce new central‑district captain and outline tavern safety outreach
Summary
Assistant Chief and newly appointed Central District Captain Kip Hartman introduced themselves to the ALRC and described recent meetings with downtown license holders and plans for tavern safety trainings, emphasizing ID‑checking best practices, use of scanners and black lights, and continued outreach to businesses.
Madison Police introduced Captain Kip Hartman as the new Central District commander and described outreach and training plans aimed at improving safety in the city’s entertainment corridors.
Assistant Chief (name recorded as assistant chief) opened the report by announcing Captain Hartman’s recent appointment and introducing him to the Alcohol License Review Committee. Captain Hartman, a 20‑year department veteran, said he looks forward to working with the committee and neighborhood partners.
Why it matters: The report came amid recent high‑profile downtown incidents and ongoing neighborhood concern about late‑night violence and bar safety. The department described steps intended to balance enforcement with cooperation with license holders, and it encouraged licensees to attend tavern safety trainings…
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