MINNESOTA (KTTC) – For the first time in more than 50 years, the Minnesota State Patrol has a new look.
The Minnesota Legislature approved a new design for the State’s seal and flag which prompted the State Patrol to update the design on its cars.
“That decision presented us with a unique opportunity to create something different to represent our division and culture within the State Patrol and its staff throughout the state,” said Col. Christina Bogojevic, chief of the Minnesota State Patrol.
According to Sargent Troy Christianson, a group of 13 sworn and non-sworn members of the State Patrol worked for four months with a design agency to come up with and refine the new design.
“We wanted something that represented the strong history and legacy of our division, something that is identifiable with the state of Minnesota, all while giving it a more modern update. The redesign was an opportunity for us to create something highlighting our pride in serving Minnesota,” said Lt. Col. Jeremy Geiger, who led the group.
Sgt. Christianson said the new look features symbolism that reflects the values and history of the State Patrol:
The North Star: A four-pointed star and the same one used on the redesigned state seal is supposed to represent the cardinal directions and how it serves Minnesotans to the north, south, east and west.The Mississippi River: What serves as a critical artery for transportation symbolizes the State Patrol’s role of maintaining and securing an efficient transportation network around the state as it connects with others.The Norway Pines: The state tree of Minnesota symbolizes the steadfast and reliable commitment of the State Patrol; working for Minnesotans 24 hours a day, seven days a week, through all seasons, all year long.
The redesign doesn’t just include the side of the patrol cars, it includes badges, hats, licenses plates, buttons on uniforms, signage and more.
According to Sgt. Christianson, more than 188,000 pieces of equipment will need to be updated with the new design.
Leadership is prioritizing updates on squad cards and uniforms first, estimating the whole process to take six to nine months and roughly $4 million.
Minnesota State Patrol’s new design(Minnesota State Patrol)
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