Replay: Chat with Troy Police Chief Gary Mayer

What steps can residents and businesses take to help prevent a break in? What's the most bizarre call the Troy Police Department has ever responded to? What challenges has the department had to overcome in recent years with a reduced budget and staffing?

You can ask Troy Police Chief Gary Mayer these questions and more from noon-12:30 p.m. right here on Troy Patch.

Several readers have already submitted questions for the chief, including:

• "Is the 'no cell phone' use ordinance being enforced? As I drive in Troy, it seems the ordinance is ignored by drivers and police. What happened to the signs that were to be posted at strategic locations re: cell phone use?" submitted by Ken Bixby
• "Whats your favorite baked good item??" submitted by Andy
• "What is the best way to get less bullying, and more adequate results from your employees?" and "What is your advice for successfully abating a noise disturbance caused by a business in Troy?" submitted by canseeallsides
• "Chief, can a millage be passed by citizens specifically for Troy PD like we did with the library – this way PD can get required funds to keep its staff and services?" submitted by Anatoliy

What would you ask chief? Comment below or log on at noon to chat live with Police Chief Gary Mayer.

About the Troy Police Department

Once again named the safest city in Michigan, Troy has a population of just under 83,000 served by 135 sworn police officers and 66 civilian personnel.

"The Troy Police Department is committed to improving the quality of life for the citizens of Troy," reads the department's website. "We strive to be open minded and creative in our efforts and constantly evaluate new and innovative methods of law enforcement and public service."