Croton’s Police Advisory Committee (PAC) is stepping up efforts to bridge the gap between local law enforcement and the village’s Latino community, rolling out plans for a summer soccer event at Croton Landing and exploring English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. The initiatives emerged from a productive January 8 meeting featuring resident Gustavo Delgado, who has been working with the committee to improve communication and trust. Delgado noted that while Ossining holds regular meetings for its Latino residents, Croton does not, and he suggested a sporting event would be the most effective way to bring the community together. The proposed summer event at Croton Landing would feature children’s and adult soccer games. While officers won’t play due to liability concerns over injuries, they will attend to interact with residents. The committee is also considering bringing in a free ice cream truck, similar to the setup used at National Night Out. “Croton PD and PAC will investigate hosting a one time soccer game / event over the summer,” the minutes noted, with PAC member Carolyn Whiting tasked with informing the Village Manager and Recreation Department. The committee is set to discuss logistics further on January 15. To improve day-to-day communication, Officer Edwin Jandres will be added as an administrator on Delgado’s Spanish-language Facebook page, which reaches an audience largely from Ecuador and Guatemala. Delgado cautioned that sharing village events on his page could draw crowds from well beyond Croton, meaning larger venues might be needed for advertised events. Additionally, the committee hopes to tuck police information—including the Chief’s welcome letter and emergency alert system details—into Croton Caring’s springtime food boxes. Delgado also raised ongoing quality-of-life concerns, reporting that noise complaints at The Grand have not stopped. In response, Chief John Nikitopoulos urged neighbors to call the police when it gets loud—anonymous complaints are accepted—and pledged that officers will actively patrol the area on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights. Delgado also shared a personal account of a racist incident at Shoprite involving a woman in her 70s. Chief Nikitopoulos confirmed police are aware of the individual; while her language isn't illegal, she has been banned from the store. Looking ahead, Chief Nikitopoulos will discuss launching ESL classes with School Superintendent Stephen Walker. Delgado suggested the classes could double as community forums, featuring guest speakers like immigration attorneys and police officers explaining ICE policies and traffic stop procedures. Residents experiencing noise issues at The Grand are encouraged to call the police department at the time of the disturbance. The PAC will continue these discussions at its next meeting on January 15, 2026.