City of Columbia Heights
Ricardo Basurto has a diverse background in law enforcement and security, currently serving as a Police Officer for the City of Columbia Heights since August 2022. Prior experience includes positions as Security Sergeant and Security Officer at Allina Health, where responsibilities involved securing the hospital campus and monitoring building access. Ricardo's role as Capitol Officer for the State of Minnesota and as a Correctional Officer for Ramsey County showcased skills in inmate supervision and safety inspections. Military experience as a 13F Fire Support Specialist in the Army National Guard provided additional expertise in teamwork and artillery support. Education includes completion of a Practical Police Training Program at Rasmussen University and an Associate of Science degree in Law Enforcement from Century College.
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City of Columbia Heights
Located just across the border of Northeast Minneapolis with a population of roughly 20,000, Columbia Heights features a unique blend of big-city and small-town attributes. Visit one of its 15 parks, stop by the growing business district along Central Ave, or check out the state-of-the-art Columbia Heights Public Library, one of the few remaining city-run libraries in the state. Say ‘hi’ to our police and firefighters who you’ll frequently see out in the community building relationships with our residents. The Police Department is a multi-internationally award winning organization that has been a pioneer in community policing. The Fire Department educates 1,700 local school students per year in fire safety. Columbia Heights also features a diverse population with some of the most civically engaged residents in the state, with a thriving community of volunteers and consistently above-average voter turnout. It's no wonder Columbia Heights was named an All-America City by the National Civic League in 2016.