The emphasis of this unit is to work in coordination with the youth of Foster City, the Schools, and other county agencies. The Youth Services Bureau consists of one Police Officer. The Bureau offers numerous programs as well as conducts investigations where juveniles are involved.

The Youth Services Bureau offers the following programs and services:

Programs

• G.R.E.A.T.  Gang Resistance Education And Training
• Police Activities League
• School Safety Patrol- coordination with CSAA
• Safe Streets
• Explorers

Education

• Drug Awareness Red Ribbon Week
• Bicycle Safety
• Role of a Police Officer in our community
• Fingerprint Identification/comparison
• PTA presentations
• 9-1-1 for Kids
• Stranger Awareness

Services

• Assistance with Parent/Youth issues
• Counseling Services 
• Truancy
• Community Service Work (1st time offenders)

If you are interested in further information, please contact the Youth Services Bureau at the number listed below, or send us an e-mail.