Premise Alert Program

The Premise Alert Program (PAP) is a confidential computer-aided dispatch (CAD) database designed to enhance the safety of people with disabilities. Individuals, their families, or caregivers can voluntarily submit information about their circumstances for inclusion in the PAP database at no cost.

Mandated by law on August 28, 2009, PAP helps police departments by providing officers with important information about a resident’s disability when responding to a call. This allows officers to provide the highest quality service and support to individuals at the location.

The Evanston Police Department implemented PAP even before the law was enacted, and we continue to encourage residents to take advantage of this valuable service. Having PAP information on file ensures that the department can respond more effectively and safely to the needs of residents.

Enrollment forms are available at the Evanston Police Department, all fire stations, the Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center (Department of Health and Human Services), and below.