Altus police get big donation from CenterPoint Energy

The Altus Police Department got improved technology this week, thanks to a donation of 40 mobile data laptop terminals from CenterPoint Energy.

The company is in the process of replacing these laptop terminals used for field technician trucks; the donated units will support field officers of the Altus Police Department.

“Safety is one of CenterPoint Energy’s values,” said Stephen Lazenby, CenterPoint Energy operations supervisor in Altus, Okla. “This donation not only helps us stay connected to the community of Altus, but also gives us an opportunity to impact lives by helping them stay safe.”

The donation will allow the Altus Police Department to continue enhancing public safety via timely access to information by field officers.

“We recognize the value CenterPoint Energy places upon safety,” said Tim Murphy, Chief of Altus Police Department. “Knowing the company is a great community partner, I reached out for potential assistance. I am very pleased with CenterPoint Energy’s response and their commitment to the safety of Altus’ residents.”

CenterPoint Energy, Inc., headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a domestic energy delivery company that includes electric transmission & distribution, natural gas distribution and energy services operations. With more than 7,400 employees, CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 140 years.

In addition to operations in Oklahoma, CenterPoint Energy has customers in Arkansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi and Texas.