High Springs Police Department delivers holiday cheer

The High Springs Police Department brought holiday cheer to local children Tuesday, delivering bags of presents donated by area residents and businesses.

The High Springs Police Department (HSPD) has brought holiday cheer to local families, with help from area residents and businesses.

According to HSPD Chief of Police James Troiano, officers, administrative staff and a member from the city’s public works department delivered gifts to children in the High Springs area Tuesday. Children receiving the presents had been identified by staff at the High Springs Community School and local community leaders. Troiano expressed thanks to everyone who donated their time and contributions to the effort.  In a statement issued Tuesday he said, “For those who were unable to be present today for the deliveries, we can tell you that the appreciation and huge smiles on the faces of all of the children was worth the effort.”

It was only a few weeks ago that HSPD asked the community to donate new, unwrapped toys, pajamas and books to be delivered to local children in need. They also requested wrapping paper and supplies, and welcomed monetary donations as well as volunteers to assist in wrapping the gifts.

Thirty-one gift bags were delivered to excited children this year, making their Christmas brighter.