The Augusta Department of Public Safety (ADPS) Patrol Division Reserve Unit was reinstated on September 1, 2009. ADPS had a reserve unit years ago, but the program had since faded away. Sergeant Jeremy Johnston put the program together and on September 1, 2009 the first five members of the ADPS Reserves started their initial training.

The reserves are a special group of people who volunteer their time to ensure the safety of the citizens within the City of Augusta. This group of committed volunteer officers have powers similar to that of a full-time safety officer and they supplement the patrol division on a daily basis and in case of necessity. The reserves are outfitted in uniforms and are members of the ADPS family, just as any other officer would be.

More information will be posted about the reserves as the program gets moving, so check back frequently.