Community Lesson Plan: Chief Salim Omari’s Appointment

🎯 Learning Objective

Participants will understand the significance of Chief Salim Omari’s appointment in Eagan, identify seven key takeaways from his career and vision, and connect these lessons to community values of trust, equity, and honorable policing.

📌 Learning Outcomes

By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

1. Recognize Chief Omari’s professional journey and leadership record.
   • Example: Describe his transition from Bloomington PD to St. Paul PD and now Eagan.
2. Explain how his appointment reflects Eagan’s commitment to diversity, inclusion, and public trust.
   • Example: Connect his emphasis on collaboration to Eagan’s broader equity goals.
3. Discuss the role of community-focused policing in building collaboration and safety.
   • Example: Identify how trust-building with residents and businesses can reduce conflict.
4. Identify Omari’s contributions to state and national recognition in law enforcement.
   • Example: Cite his IACP 40 Under 40 honor or service on the Sentencing Guidelines Commission.
5. Connect his academic and leadership training to effective civic service.
   • Example: Relate his master’s in police leadership to operational excellence in Eagan.
6. Reflect on the importance of honorable policing as a community legacy.
   • Example: Share how his St. Paul service modeled dignity and accountability.
7. Apply lessons from Omari’s leadership to local civic engagement and community building.
   • Example: Suggest a neighborhood initiative inspired by his bridge‑building approach.

📝 Assessment:

1. Reflection Prompt: Write a short response (3–4 sentences) on what “honorable policing” means to you, inspired by Omari’s career.
2. Group Activity: In small groups, design one practical community initiative (e.g., listening sessions, mentorship programs, equity forums) that embodies Omari’s bridge‑building approach.

Salim Omari was sworn in as Eagan’s Police Chief on December 2, bringing more than 21 years of experience from Bloomington and St. Paul police departments. He has led units ranging from Internal Affairs and Major Crimes to SWAT, earning recognition such as IACP’s 40 Under 40 and appointments to the Minnesota Sentencing Guidelines Commission. With advanced degrees in criminal justice and police leadership, Omari is praised for his focus on collaboration, equity, and building trust across the community.

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