Operations Support Division - Special Events
• The Homeland Security / Special Events Unit reviewed 178 special event requests .
• The Dallas Cowboys hosted First Responder Appreciation Day .
• The Auxiliary Mounted Unit participated in more than 40 events .
The department ’ s Homeland Security / Special Events Unit handles all requests related to hosting special events in Arlington that require law enforcement vetting and staffing plans . In 2016 , the unit coordinated 178 special events and hosted several major national events such as the WWE WrestleMania 32 , Paramount Movies World Premier of 13 Hours : The Secrete Soldiers of Benghazi , and the American League Divisional Playoff Series with the Texas Rangers .
The Auxiliary Mounted Unit participated in more than 40 events across the community including concerts , funerals , parades , and school events . Six officers participate in the unit as an ancillary duty and own their horses . The department provides bimonthly training and equipment for the unit . The mounted unit also participated in the Cowboy Cops Rodeo in Fort Worth that benefits Special Olympics .
The Dallas Cowboys honored first responders from around the state during the home opener with the New York Giants . Over 600 first responders were on hand and participated with the National Anthem and half-time show . The remembrance event highlighted those who lost their lives 15 years ago in the 9 / 11 terror attacks . The Cowboys organization routinely honors first responders on an annual basis .
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