The Chattanooga Police Department’s newly formed Police Activities League (PAL) program is ready to lead two fun-filled days of activities for young people to participate in during Hamilton County Schools spring break week. PAL is the department’s newest community outreach program aimed at building positive relationships between police officers and young people in the community.
PAL Pop-Up Events
On March 19 and 20, 2025, we invite young people to join CPD PAL for two days of fun that will officially launch the CPD PAL program to community members.
These events will feature a variety of sports, games, educational opportunities, and mentorship. PAL is the fun place to be this spring break.
The Team Supporting PAL
CPD’s Supervisor of Youth Programs Sergeant Robin Davenport, will oversee the daily operations of the PAL program. Over the past year, Sgt. Davenport has worked to secure equipment and resources, developed partnerships with existing organizations serving young people, established the program’s 501(c)(3) status and formed a dedicated board of directors to guide the program’s operations and success. The board members include:
• Judge Alex McVeagh - Hamilton County Circuit Court - executive board member;
• Attorney Jim Exum, III - Chambliss, Banners & Stophel P.C. - staff attorney/executive board member;
• Mr. Ketha Richardson - director of inclusion & diversity, and corporate training, EPB - executive board member;
• Mr. Harry Tate - CPA Harry Tate & Associates P.C. - accountant/executive board member;
• Mr. Robert Baty - Board Member Chattanooga Guns & Hoses, chairman of the board - Chattanooga PAL;
• Chief John Chambers - Chief of Police, Chattanooga Police Department - president of the board for PAL; and
• Sgt. Robin Davenport - Youth Programs supervisor at Chattanooga Police - executive director of the board of PAL.
CPD Chief John Chambers said, “The Police Activities League is more than just a program—it’s a promise to our community and our youth,” said Chief John Chambers. “We believe that by building positive relationships between our officers and young people, we can inspire brighter futures and create lasting trust. This initiative would not have been possible without the dedication and hard work of Sergeant Davenport. His passion and commitment to making a difference have truly brought this vision to life. On behalf of the entire department, I want to thank him for his leadership and tireless efforts in making PAL a reality. Together, we are creating opportunities, strengthening our community, and shaping a better tomorrow.”
If you’re interested in learning more about CPD PAL, visit https://chattanooga.gov/services/police/community-outreach and follow CPD’s Facebook page for upcoming PAL events and announcements. If you have a location where you would like to host a PAL event or have any other questions about getting involved, contact the Chattanooga Police Department at cpdcommunications@chattanooga.gov.
The CPD PAL program is a non-profit organization and will begin accepting financial donations once its account is officially established. That information will be shared once established and approved by the City Council.