Golden State Today

The Goleta Police Department has partnered with the Camino Real Marketplace McDonald's for a "Coffee with a Cop" event on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. The public is invited to join for coffee and dialogue without any agenda or speeches. This event offers an opportunity to voice concerns and get to know local deputies. McDonald's will provide attendees with a free small cup of McCafe coffee.

"As a McDonald’s Owner/Operator, being involved in the community is a cornerstone of my business, and I look forward to hosting this event in conjunction with our local law enforcement," said David Peterson, Owner/Operator in Goleta. "I hope that community members will attend the Coffee with a Cop events and feel comfortable to ask questions, bring forward concerns, or simply get to know our officers."

"I look forward to enjoying a cup of coffee with members of the Goleta community," said Sergeant Noel Rivas from the Goleta Traffic Bureau. Deputies from the Goleta and Isla Vista area will be at the event along with Community Resource Deputies.

National Coffee with a Cop Day encourages communication and positive interactions between law enforcement agencies and the public. It began as part of National Community Policing Week in 2016 and now occurs annually on the first Wednesday in October, aiming to bridge the gap between communities and law enforcement nationwide.