Highland Village City Council issued a proclamation marking the 50th anniversary of the city’s police department at a July 8 meeting.

Since 1975, the Highland Village Police Department has “upheld a proud tradition of service, integrity and excellence, evolving to meet the changing needs of the community while embracing innovation and community policing,” according to the proclamation.

Police Chief Doug Reim presented the department’s new patch, which features an image of City Hall, representing the department’s commitment to serving the community. He also shared a video highlighting how the department has changed over the years.

“I think we have the best police department,” Mayor Charlotte Wilcox said. “We don’t get to tell you that enough, but we appreciate each and every one of you.”