Many Americans remain stunned and in disbelief at the recent shootings targeting police officers in cities such as Baton Rouge, La., and Dallas, Texas.

The Press recently asked Catasauqua Police Chief Douglas Kish what his department is doing to ensure the safety of its officers as well as the community at large.

According to Kish, borough police officers have been instructed to change their daily routines and remain more watchful.

“Everybody is a lot more vigilant,” Kish said. “We’re taking even the smallest threats more seriously.”

The department, Kish said, is also ensuring calls it receives are valid.

Security measures have been in place at the current police station located at 118 Bridge St. Kish said security measures will be increased and intensified at the police facility at the new municipal building once construction is completed and the department moves in.

The police department, Kish noted, will respond and assist with borough community events and Catasauqua Area School District events, such as Catasauqua High School football games.

“If they contact us, we’ll be more than happy to provide them with additional assistance,” he said.

Kish also said the Catasauqua Borough Police Department will provide assistance to other departments when needed.

“Absolutely, we’re there to assist others,” he said.

When asked who monitors local residents for possible radicalization and how the police department is informed of this, Kish said the department does not monitor residents.

“If something is brought to our attention, we will investigate it or give it to the proper authority,” he said.