About the District 7 Law Enforcement Liaison:

Jim Reiser retired as a Sergeant from the Tampa Police Department (TPD) in 2023 after more than 27 years of service. During his career, he supervised the Motor Unit and the Traffic Homicide Unit, leading operations and specialized enforcement efforts. He continues to serve with TPD as a reserve motor officer, primarily supporting operations during special events.

As the District 7 Law Enforcement Liaison (LEL), Jim supports approximately 43 law enforcement agencies across seven West Central Florida counties to strengthen and enhance traffic safety initiatives. He is responsible for promoting and implementing high-visibility enforcement campaigns, coordinating public safety and press events, leading training sessions and Local Area Network (LAN) meetings, and providing guidance to agencies in securing and managing traffic safety grants. He also facilitates the exchange of critical information, including officer training, crash data and trends, checkpoint planning, and legal updates. Additionally, Jim is involved in coordinating the Florida Law Enforcement Traffic Safety Challenge and evaluating agency contributions to traffic safety through policies, education, and enforcement.

Jim actively serves on the Florida Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Coalition and provides support to Community Traffic Safety Teams (CTSTs) across the district.