Dave Garman

Dave Garman possesses extensive experience in law enforcement and emergency preparedness, currently serving as the 1st Precinct Dogwatch Lieutenant and Emergency Preparedness Coordinator for the City of Minneapolis since June 2021. In this capacity, Dave oversees assault case reviews and conducts assessments of complex crime investigations while advocating for victims and witnesses. Additionally, as a Critical Infrastructure Manager for the Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service since February 2019, Dave promotes disaster preparedness across multiple sectors, contributing to national policy on critical infrastructure security. Prior roles in the City of Minneapolis include Police Sergeant, focused on narcotics overdose investigations, and Juvenile Investigator, addressing violent crimes involving youth. Educational qualifications include a Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership from Saint Mary's University of Minnesota and a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology.