Interim Police Chief Josh Flore
Email: Josh.Flore@shelburnepdvt.org
Message from the Chief:
On behalf of the dedicated Police Officers and Emergency Communications Technicians of the Shelburne Police Department, I want to thank you for visiting our website and for your ongoing partnership in keeping our community safe. It is an honor and a privilege to serve as your Chief of Police and to work alongside a team of officers and staff who are deeply committed to professionalism, integrity, and service.
At the Shelburne Police Department, our approach to law enforcement is grounded in community policing philosophy that emphasizes collaboration, trust, and shared responsibility. We believe the most effective way to keep our community safe is to work with the people we serve. Every day, our officers strive to build relationships, listen to concerns, and find solutions that meet the unique needs of Shelburne’s residents, businesses, and visitors.
Through our ongoing community outreach initiatives, we seek to strengthen our connection with the community. Whether we are helping educate young people about safety, participating in community gatherings, or simply engaging with residents in everyday interactions, we aim to be accessible, approachable, and responsive.
We take great pride in our department’s success from traffic safety and crime prevention to our commitment to training, accountability, and innovation. Our officers are highly trained and dedicated to providing compassionate and effective service. Their professionalism and teamwork, combined with the trust and cooperation of our community, have allowed us to maintain a high quality of life and a strong sense of safety here in Shelburne.
Central to our work is our belief in problem-oriented policing, identifying the underlying causes of community concerns and developing thoughtful solutions. This means not only responding to incidents but also addressing the root issues that contribute to them. Whether tackling neighborhood quality-of-life issues, assisting those in crisis, or supporting crime victims, our goal is to make lasting, positive impacts that strengthen our community as a whole.
As your Chief of Police, I am proud of what we have accomplished together, but I am even more excited about the opportunities ahead. With open communication, mutual respect, and continued collaboration, we can ensure that Shelburne remains one of the safest and most welcoming communities in Vermont.
Thank you for your trust and support. We welcome your feedback, ideas, and involvement. If you see an officer in the community, please stop and say hello—we value every opportunity to connect with the people we proudly serve.
Sincerely,
Josh Flore
Interim Chief of Police
Shelburne Police Department