Officers with the Lewisville Police Department have posted an American and a Texas flag inside their new public safety center.
“The act of formally posting the colors reinforces the respect LPD holds for the Constitution, the community it serves, and those who have sacrificed in the line of duty,” Officer Tre Mathis said to The Dallas Express. “It provided an opportunity to reflect on the importance of law enforcement’s role in upholding the freedoms and safety represented by the American flag.”
The Lewisville Police Honor Guard held a flag posting ceremony, accompanied by the sound of drums, on July 16, placing the American and Texas flags inside the new Tittle McFadden Public Safety Building.
“This solemn tradition reflects the deep respect we hold for those who have served before us, and those who will protect our community in the years to come,” the department posted on Facebook.
Sgt. O’Hare carried the American flag, while Officer Gillieland carried the Texas flag. Officer Charlton bore a rifle to honor the American flag, while Detective Holden bore a rifle to honor the Texas flag.
The ceremony holds a “profound meaning,” according to Mathis. He said it reaffirmed the department’s “unity and shared mission in protecting and serving” the residents of Lewisville.
Lewisville police and fire began moving into the new Tittle McFadden Public Safety Center on July 14, and it officially opened July 16, according to a Facebook post from the department.
The city’s police and fire had been working from a “temporary facility” for close to 2.5 years, according to Mathis. He said the new facility is “not just a building,” but a “forward-looking cornerstone for Lewisville’s public safety.”
“It ensures enhanced emergency preparedness, supports operational excellence, and connects better with the community, all while honoring past service and planning for future needs,” he said.
The campus includes a “state of the art” communication center with double the number of terminals, a training room with three classrooms – also home to the Emergency Operation Center, according to Mathis. It features a parking garage for emergency and personal vehicles, which also houses “support services” like the SWAT team, K9 units, drones, and evidence.
This is the first time that police, fire, 911 dispatch, and the emergency operations center are all located on a single campus, he said, enabling quicker response times. He also mentioned that the department has a front desk officer, allowing members of the public to come in and ask for help directly.
“Posting the flags was more than tradition; it was a visible commitment to the values of service, integrity, and professionalism that guide their daily work,” Mathis said. “This ceremony was a powerful symbol of honor, discipline, and dedication to public service.”