Native American Police Advisory Council
About the Council
The Native American Advisory Council to the Seattle Police Department (SPD) was created in 2003, becoming one of ten such councils that work collaboratively with the police. The demographic advisory councils were born out of a need to hear directly from communities that often feel disenfranchised, alienated, or as though they do not have the same access as the majority population does to the police department.
Our Areas of Focus
- Mutual accountability to our communities and the Council.
- Open communication between the Council, community, and the SPD.
- Support and encourage Native youth and SPD to develop a healthy successful relationship.
- Respect for each other and our identities, experiences, and diverse viewpoints.
- Create and maintain a supportive, respectful and safe environment that facilitates relationship building, honesty, and communication.
- Work collaboratively, beyond mutually held common stereotypes.
Council Liaisons
Sergeant Anthony Belgarde
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Sergeant Anthony Belgarde has proudly served the Seattle Police Department since 2007, currently assigned to the North Precinct 3rd watch, Lincoln Sector. Throughout a distinguished career, Sergent Belgarde has gained extensive experience across a variety of units, including two years with the Order Service and Firearm Recovery Unit – where I served as the Acting Sergeant for Misdemeanor Domestic Violence Unit, Elder Abuse Unit, and Order Service and Firearms Recovery Unit. Before this assignment, I spent six years as a detective in the Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Unit.
Additional assignments have included the Gang Unit, Vice, and South Precinct Burglary/Theft Unit. I proudly serve the Native American Community as one of the Native American liaisons. As a ¼ Chippewa (Ojibwe) with the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa, Sergent Belgarde brings a unique cultural perspective and commitment to community engagement.
Born and raised in Seattle, Washington, with roots in the High Point neighborhood of West Seattle, Sergeant Belgarde remains dedicated to serving and protecting the community they call home.
Anthony Belgarde
Sergeant - Native American Liaison Officer
anthony.belgarde@seattle.gov