Managing Large-Scale Security Events: A Planning Primer for Local Law Enforcement Agencies

Managing Large-Scale Security Events: A Planning Primer for Local Law Enforcement Agencies
Source
The Police Foundation, Bureau of Justice Assistance
large scale events

Large-scale events provide local governments with a number of valuable opportunities, including 
increasing tourism and revenue; showcasing host city venues and attractions; and, working with 
the community to create a positive narrative about the city and its public safety agencies by 
serving as a welcoming host for a premier event. 

However, with these benefits comes even greater responsibility. Local government leaders must 
ensure that the planning and coordination of large scale events are carried out in a way that 
balances Constitutional rights and civil liberties with security, accounts for the public’s safety 
from a growing variety of threats, and considers public health implications. These 
responsibilities primarily fall to local law enforcement. Large-scale events also come with 
increased scrutiny of public safety agencies from the media, civil rights organizations, attorneys, 
and other watch groups.